COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 练 is built
Traditional etymology note: 纟 (thread) suggests the meaning, while 柬 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 练 (liàn) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
to practice
liànTone 4 (Falling)Drop your pitch sharply and firmly.
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STROKE BY STROKE
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Follow all 8 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
liàn
练
to practice
Common words
liàn xí
练习
to practice; exercise; drill; practice
jiào liàn
教练
instructor; sports coach; trainer
shú liàn
熟练
practiced; proficient; skilled; skillful
xùn liàn
训练
to train; to drill; training
pái liàn
排练
to rehearse; rehearsal
cāo liàn
操练
drill; practice
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
练
练
练
练
练
练
练
练
LEARNING TIP
Remember 练
Say “liàn” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 8 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 练
Common words and phrases
liàn xí
to practice; exercise; drill; practice
jiào liàn
instructor; sports coach; trainer
shú liàn
practiced; proficient; skilled; skillful
xùn liàn
to train; to drill; training
pái liàn
to rehearse; rehearsal
cāo liàn
drill; practice
IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“练”。
Zhège zì shì “liàn”.
This character is “练”.
我正在学习“练”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “liàn” zì.
I am learning the character “练”.
请写一遍“练”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “liàn”.
Please write “练” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 练?
练 is written with 8 strokes.
What does 练 (liàn) mean?
练 (liàn) means to practice.
What is the radical of 练?
The radical of 练 is 纟, associated with Not yet classified.