How to Write 尖
The character 尖 (jiān) is written with 6 strokes. Follow the standard Chinese stroke order: top to bottom, left to right, outside before inside. The radical 小 is one of its key components.
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Meaning & Pronunciation
尖 is pronounced jiān in Mandarin Chinese. It means Sharp; pointed; tip.
As an HSK Level 6 character, 尖 is an intermediate-level character.
Common Words with 尖
尖叫
jiān jiào
To scream; to shriek
笔尖
bǐ jiān
Pen nib or tip
尖锐
jiān ruì
Sharp; acute; piercing
Example Sentences
她大声尖叫起来。
tā dà shēng jiān jiào qǐ lái
She screamed out loud.
笔尖坏了。
bǐ jiān huài le
The pen nib is broken.
他的目光很尖锐。
tā de mù guāng hěn jiān ruì
His gaze is very sharp.
Practice Writing 尖 (jiān)
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