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How to Write 颈 (jǐng) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet

used in 脖頸兒|脖颈儿[bo2geng3r5]

jǐngTone 3 (Dipping)Let your pitch fall, then rise.

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STROKE BY STROKE

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Follow all 11 strokes in the correct order.

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jǐng

used in 脖頸兒|脖颈儿[bo2geng3r5]

Common words

jǐng zhuī

颈椎

cervical vertebra; the seven cervical vertebrae in the neck of humans and most mammals

píng jǐng

瓶颈

neck of a bottle; (fig.) bottleneck; problem that impedes progress

Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY

Understanding 颈

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Use the stroke animation above to study the character’s complete form.

Traditional etymology note: 页 (head) suggests the meaning, while the phonetic component suggests the pronunciation.

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LEARNING TIP

Remember 颈

Say “jǐng” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 11 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.

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WORDS WITH 颈

Common words and phrases

颈椎

jǐng zhuī

cervical vertebra; the seven cervical vertebrae in the neck of humans and most mammals

瓶颈

píng jǐng

neck of a bottle; (fig.) bottleneck; problem that impedes progress

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IN CONTEXT

Example sentences

这个字是“颈”。

Zhège zì shì “jǐng”.

This character is “颈”.

我正在学习“颈”字。

Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “jǐng” zì.

I am learning the character “颈”.

请写一遍“颈”。

Qǐng xiě yí biàn “jǐng”.

Please write “颈” once.

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Frequently asked questions

How many strokes are in 颈?

颈 is written with 11 strokes.

What does 颈 (jǐng) mean?

颈 (jǐng) means used in 脖頸兒|脖颈儿[bo2geng3r5].

What is the radical of 颈?

The radical of 颈 is 页, associated with Not yet classified.