COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 边 is built
Traditional etymology note: 辶 (walk) suggests the meaning, while 臱 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 边 (biān) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
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STROKE BY STROKE
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Follow all 5 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
biān
边
side
Common words
nà biān
那边
over there; yonder
wài biān
外边
outside; outer surface; abroad; place other than one's home
zhè biān
这边
this side; here
páng biān
旁边
side; adjacent place
yòu biān
右边
right side; right, to the right
zuǒ biān
左边
left; the left side; to the left of
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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边
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 边
Say “biān” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 5 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 边
Common words and phrases
nà biān
over there; yonder
wài biān
outside; outer surface; abroad; place other than one's home
zhè biān
this side; here
páng biān
side; adjacent place
yòu biān
right side; right, to the right
zuǒ biān
left; the left side; to the left of
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 边?
边 is written with 5 strokes.
What does 边 (biān) mean?
边 (biān) means side.
What is the radical of 边?
The radical of 边 is 辶, associated with Not yet classified.