COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 苍 is built
Traditional etymology note: 艹 (grass) suggests the meaning, while 仓 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 苍 (cāng) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
dark blue
cāngTone 1 (High)Keep your pitch high and level.
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STROKE BY STROKE
Static stroke diagrams
Follow all 7 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
cāng
苍
dark blue
Common words
cāng bái
苍白
pale; wan
cāng yíng
苍蝇
housefly
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 苍
Say “cāng” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 7 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 苍
Common words and phrases
cāng bái
pale; wan
cāng yíng
housefly
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 苍?
苍 is written with 7 strokes.
What does 苍 (cāng) mean?
苍 (cāng) means dark blue.
What is the radical of 苍?
The radical of 苍 is 艹, associated with Not yet classified.