How to Write 贤
The character 贤 (xián) is written with 8 strokes. Follow the standard Chinese stroke order: top to bottom, left to right, outside before inside. The radical 贝 is one of its key components.
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Meaning & Pronunciation
贤 is pronounced xián in Mandarin Chinese. It means virtuous; worthy; talented.
Common Words with 贤
贤惠
xián huì
virtuous and kind (traditionally used for women)
圣贤
shèng xián
Sages and worthies
贤人
xián rén
virtuous person; worthy person
Example Sentences
她是一个贤惠的人。
tā shì yí gè xián huì de rén
She is a virtuous and kind person.
我们要学习圣贤的话。
wǒ men yào xué xí shèng xián de huà
We should learn the words of the sages.
古代有很多贤人。
gǔ dài yǒu hěn duō xián rén
There were many sages in ancient times.
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