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弦

xián
HSK 7-9

“Bow string” in Chinese is 弦 (xián).

Other characters with the syllable xian: see all 22 →

Meaning

  • bow string
  • string of musical instrument
  • watchspring
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  • chord (segment of curve)
  • hypotenuse

Stroke Order

8 strokes

Words containing 弦

扣人心弦kòurénxīnxiánto exciteHSK 7-9

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