How to Write 发
The character 发 (fā) is written with 5 strokes. Follow the standard Chinese stroke order: top to bottom, left to right, outside before inside. The radical 又 is one of its key components.
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Meaning & Pronunciation
发 is pronounced fā in Mandarin Chinese. It means To send out; to issue; to develop.
This is a polyphonic character with readings: fā, fà.
As an HSK Level 2 character, 发 is among the first characters beginners learn.
Common Words with 发
Example Sentences
科学家发现了一颗新的行星。
kē xué jiā fā xiàn le yī kē xīn de xíng xīng
Scientists have discovered a new planet.
爱迪生发明了实用的电灯。
ài dí shēng fà míng liǎo shí yòng de diàn dēng
Edison invented the practical electric light bulb.
奶奶的头发已经全白了。
nǎi nǎi de tóu fà yǐ jīng quán bái le
Grandma's hair has turned completely white.
爸爸每个月都要去理发店理发。
bà bà měi gè yuè dōu yào qù lǐ fà diàn lǐ fà
Dad goes to the barbershop for a haircut every month.
Practice Writing 发 (fā)
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