COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 耿 is built
Traditional etymology note: 火 (fire) suggests the meaning, while the phonetic component suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 耿 (gěng) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
(literary) bright; brilliant
gěngTone 3 (Dipping)Let your pitch fall, then rise.
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Follow all 10 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
gěng
耿
(literary) bright; brilliant
Common words
gěng zhí
耿直
honest; frank; candid
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 耿
Say “gěng” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 10 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
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Common words and phrases
gěng zhí
honest; frank; candid
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 耿?
耿 is written with 10 strokes.
What does 耿 (gěng) mean?
耿 (gěng) means (literary) bright; brilliant.
What is the radical of 耿?
The radical of 耿 is 耳, associated with Not yet classified.