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How to Write 而 (ér) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet

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érTone 2 (Rising)Pitch goes up like asking ‘What?’

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ér

and

Common words

ér qiě

而且

(not only ...) but also; moreover; in addition; furthermore

rán ér

然而

however; but; yet

cóng ér

从而

thus; thereby

fǎn ér

反而

on the contrary; instead

yīn ér

因而

therefore; as a result; thus; and as a result, ...

jìn ér

进而

and then (what follows next)

Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY

Understanding 而

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Use the stroke animation above to study the character’s complete form.

A verified component breakdown for 而 is not available yet. Focus on its 6-stroke sequence, overall shape, and pronunciation “ér” while practicing.

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LEARNING TIP

Remember 而

Say “ér” 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.

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WORDS WITH 而

Common words and phrases

而且

ér qiě

(not only ...) but also; moreover; in addition; furthermore

然而

rán ér

however; but; yet

从而

cóng ér

thus; thereby

反而

fǎn ér

on the contrary; instead

因而

yīn ér

therefore; as a result; thus; and as a result, ...

进而

jìn ér

and then (what follows next)

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IN CONTEXT

Example sentences

这个字是“而”。

Zhège zì shì “ér”.

This character is “而”.

我正在学习“而”字。

Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “ér” zì.

I am learning the character “而”.

请写一遍“而”。

Qǐng xiě yí biàn “ér”.

Please write “而” once.

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Frequently asked questions

How many strokes are in 而?

而 is written with 6 strokes.

What does 而 (ér) mean?

而 (ér) means and.

What is the radical of 而?

The radical of 而 is 而, associated with Not yet classified.