How to Write 动
The character 动 (dòng) is written with 6 strokes. Follow the standard Chinese stroke order: top to bottom, left to right, outside before inside. The radical 力 is one of its key components.
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Meaning & Pronunciation
动 is pronounced dòng in Mandarin Chinese. It means move; action.
As an HSK Level 1 character, 动 is among the first characters beginners learn.
Common Words with 动
运动
yùn dòng
sports; exercise; movement
动物
dòng wù
animal (traditional)
动作
dòng zuò
movement; action
Example Sentences
我每天都去运动。
wǒ měi tiān dōu qù yùn dòng
I go to exercise every day.
你喜欢什么动物？
nǐ xǐ huān shén me dòng wù
What animals do you like?
他的动作很快。
tā de dòng zuò hěn kuài
His movements are very fast.
Practice Writing 动 (dòng)
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