COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 纤 is built
Traditional etymology note: 纟 (silk) suggests the meaning, while 千 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 纤 (xiān) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
fine
xiānTone 1 (High)Keep your pitch high and level.
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STROKE BY STROKE
Static stroke diagrams
Follow all 6 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
xiān
纤
fine
Common words
xiān wéi
纤维
fiber
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 纤
Say “xiān” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 6 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 纤
Common words and phrases
xiān wéi
fiber
IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“纤”。
Zhège zì shì “xiān”.
This character is “纤”.
我正在学习“纤”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “xiān” zì.
I am learning the character “纤”.
请写一遍“纤”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “xiān”.
Please write “纤” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 纤?
纤 is written with 6 strokes.
What does 纤 (xiān) mean?
纤 (xiān) means fine.
What is the radical of 纤?
The radical of 纤 is 纟, associated with Not yet classified.