COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 臤 is built
Traditional etymology note: Like 又 a minister 臣; 臣 also provides the pronunciation
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How to Write 臤 (qiān) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
stern; wise
qiānTone 1 (High)Keep your pitch high and level.
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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
qiān
臤
stern; wise
Common words
qiān
臤
stern; wise
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 臤
Say “qiān” 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.
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Common words and phrases
qiān
stern; wise
IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“臤”。
Zhège zì shì “qiān”.
This character is “臤”.
我正在学习“臤”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “qiān” zì.
I am learning the character “臤”.
请写一遍“臤”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “qiān”.
Please write “臤” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 臤?
臤 is written with 8 strokes.
What does 臤 (qiān) mean?
臤 (qiān) means stern; wise.
What is the radical of 臤?
The radical of 臤 is 臣, associated with Not yet classified.