How to Write 陈
The character 陈 (chén) is written with 7 strokes. Follow the standard Chinese stroke order: top to bottom, left to right, outside before inside. The radical 阝 is one of its key components.
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Meaning & Pronunciation
陈 is pronounced chén in Mandarin Chinese. It means to state / old / (a common surname).
Common Words with 陈
陈旧
chén jiù
old-fashioned / obsolete
陈列
chén liè
to display / to exhibit
陈老师
chén lǎo shī
Teacher Chen
Example Sentences
这件衣服太陈旧了。
zhè jiàn yī fú tài chén jiù le
This piece of clothing is too old and outdated.
商店里陈列着商品。
shāng diàn lǐ chén liè zhe shāng pǐn
Goods are displayed in the store.
陈老师在教我们中文。
chén lǎo shī zài jiào wǒ men zhōng wén
Teacher Chen is teaching us Chinese.
Practice Writing 陈 (chén)
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