COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 胗 is built
Traditional etymology note: ⺼ (flesh) suggests the meaning, while 㐱 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 胗 (zhēn) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
gizzard
zhēnTone 1 (High)Keep your pitch high and level.
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STROKE BY STROKE
Static stroke diagrams
Follow all 9 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
zhēn
胗
gizzard
Common words
zhēn
胗
gizzard
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 胗
Say “zhēn” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 9 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
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Common words and phrases
zhēn
gizzard
IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“胗”。
Zhège zì shì “zhēn”.
This character is “胗”.
我正在学习“胗”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “zhēn” zì.
I am learning the character “胗”.
请写一遍“胗”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “zhēn”.
Please write “胗” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 胗?
胗 is written with 9 strokes.
What does 胗 (zhēn) mean?
胗 (zhēn) means gizzard.
What is the radical of 胗?
The radical of 胗 is ⺼, associated with Not yet classified.