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How to Write 艮 (gèn) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet

blunt

gènTone 4 (Falling)Drop your pitch sharply and firmly.

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STROKE BY STROKE

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Follow all 6 strokes in the correct order.

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gèn

艮

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Common words

gèn

艮

blunt

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

艮

COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY

Understanding 艮

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

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

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LEARNING TIP

Remember 艮

Say “gèn” 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 艮

Common words and phrases

艮

gèn

blunt

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Frequently asked questions

How many strokes are in 艮?

艮 is written with 6 strokes.

What does 艮 (gèn) mean?

艮 (gèn) means blunt.

What is the radical of 艮?

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