How to Write 拴
The character 拴 (shuān) is written with 9 strokes. Follow the standard Chinese stroke order: top to bottom, left to right, outside before inside. The radical 扌 is one of its key components.
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Meaning & Pronunciation
拴 is pronounced shuān in Mandarin Chinese. It means to tie; to fasten.
Common Words with 拴
拴住
shuān zhù
to tie up; to fasten
拴马
shuān mǎ
to tie up a horse
拴牢
shuān láo
to tie firmly
Example Sentences
把狗拴住。
bǎ gǒu shuān zhù 。
Tie the dog up.
门口有拴马桩。
mén kǒu yǒu shuān mǎ zhuāng
There are hitching posts at the entrance.
绳子要拴牢。
shéng zi yào shuān láo
The rope must be tied securely.
Practice Writing 拴 (shuān)
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