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How to Write 臣 (chén) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet

state official or subject in dynastic China

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

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STROKE BY STROKE

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Follow all 6 strokes in the correct order.

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chén

state official or subject in dynastic China

Common words

dà chén

大臣

chancellor (of a monarchy); cabinet minister

gōng chén

功臣

meritorious official; person who renders exceptional service; hero; (fig.) sth that plays a vital role

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

Understanding 臣

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

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

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LEARNING TIP

Remember 臣

Say “chén” 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 臣

Common words and phrases

大臣

dà chén

chancellor (of a monarchy); cabinet minister

功臣

gōng chén

meritorious official; person who renders exceptional service; hero; (fig.) sth that plays a vital role

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IN CONTEXT

Example sentences

这个字是“臣”。

Zhège zì shì “chén”.

This character is “臣”.

我正在学习“臣”字。

Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “chén” zì.

I am learning the character “臣”.

请写一遍“臣”。

Qǐng xiě yí biàn “chén”.

Please write “臣” once.

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Frequently asked questions

How many strokes are in 臣?

臣 is written with 6 strokes.

What does 臣 (chén) mean?

臣 (chén) means state official or subject in dynastic China.

What is the radical of 臣?

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