How to Write 亲
The character 亲 (qīn) is written with 9 strokes. Follow the standard Chinese stroke order: top to bottom, left to right, outside before inside. The radical 立 is one of its key components.
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Meaning & Pronunciation
亲 is pronounced qīn in Mandarin Chinese. It means parent; relative; close; dear.
This is a polyphonic character with readings: qīn, qìng.
As an HSK Level 3 character, 亲 is an intermediate-level character.
Common Words with 亲
Example Sentences
无论走多远，家里的亲人永远是你最坚强的后盾。
wú lùn zǒu duō yuǎn jiā lǐ de qīn rén yǒng yuǎn shì nǐ zuì jiān qiáng de hòu dùn
No matter how far you go, your family will always be your strongest support.
这只小猫性格温顺，非常喜欢和人亲近。
zhè zhǐ xiǎo māo xìng gé wēn shùn fēi cháng xǐ huān hé rén qīn jìn
This kitten has a gentle temperament and loves being close to people.
我父母和他的父母是相处得非常融洽的亲家。
wǒ fù mǔ hé tā de fù mǔ shì xiāng chǔ dé fēi cháng róng qià de qìng jia
My parents and his parents are in-laws who get along very harmoniously.
Practice Writing 亲 (qīn)
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