COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
Understanding 钅
Detailed component breakdown coming soon
Use the stroke animation above to study the character’s complete form.
Traditional etymology note: A cast-iron bell; compare 金
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How to Write 钅 (jīn) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
gold, metal; money
jīnTone 1 (High)Keep your pitch high and level.
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STROKE BY STROKE
Static stroke diagrams
Follow all 5 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
jīn
钅
gold, metal; money
Common words
jīn
钅
gold, metal; money
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 钅
Say “jīn” 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 钅
Common words and phrases
jīn
gold, metal; money
IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“钅”。
Zhège zì shì “jīn”.
This character is “钅”.
我正在学习“钅”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “jīn” zì.
I am learning the character “钅”.
请写一遍“钅”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “jīn”.
Please write “钅” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 钅?
钅 is written with 5 strokes.
What does 钅 (jīn) mean?
钅 (jīn) means gold, metal; money.
What is the radical of 钅?
The radical of 钅 is 钅, associated with Not yet classified.