COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 衫 is built
Traditional etymology note: 衤 (clothes) suggests the meaning, while 彡 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 衫 (shān) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
garment
shānTone 1 (High)Keep your pitch high and level.
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STROKE BY STROKE
Static stroke diagrams
Follow all 8 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
shān
衫
garment
Common words
chèn shān
衬衫
shirt; blouse
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 衫
Say “shān” 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.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 衫
Common words and phrases
chèn shān
shirt; blouse
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 衫?
衫 is written with 8 strokes.
What does 衫 (shān) mean?
衫 (shān) means garment.
What is the radical of 衫?
The radical of 衫 is 衤, associated with Not yet classified.