COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 远 is built
Traditional etymology note: 辶 (walk) suggests the meaning, while 元 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 远 (yuǎn) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
far
yuǎnTone 3 (Dipping)Let your pitch fall, then rise.
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yuǎn
远
far
Common words
yǒng yuǎn
永远
forever; eternal
yuǎn lí
远离
to be far from; to keep away from
cháng yuǎn
长远
long-term; long-range
jiǔ yuǎn
久远
old; ancient; far away
shēn yuǎn
深远
far-reaching; profound and long-lasting
tiào yuǎn
跳远
long jump (athletics)
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 远
Say “yuǎn” 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.
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Common words and phrases
yǒng yuǎn
forever; eternal
yuǎn lí
to be far from; to keep away from
cháng yuǎn
long-term; long-range
jiǔ yuǎn
old; ancient; far away
shēn yuǎn
far-reaching; profound and long-lasting
tiào yuǎn
long jump (athletics)
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 远?
远 is written with 7 strokes.
What does 远 (yuǎn) mean?
远 (yuǎn) means far.
What is the radical of 远?
The radical of 远 is 辶, associated with Not yet classified.