How to Write 偃
The character 偃 (yǎn) is written with 11 strokes. Follow the standard Chinese stroke order: top to bottom, left to right, outside before inside. The radical 亻 is one of its key components.
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Meaning & Pronunciation
偃 is pronounced yǎn in Mandarin Chinese. It means to lie down; to stop; to fall over.
Common Words with 偃
偃旗息鼓
yǎn qí xī gǔ
to lower the banners and muffle the drums; to cease hostilities
偃卧
yǎn wò
to lie on one's back
偃蹇
yǎn jiǎn
proud; arrogant; (of trees) winding
Example Sentences
他们偃旗息鼓了。
tā men yǎn qí xī gǔ le
They have ceased all activities.
他偃卧在草地上。
tā yǎn wò zài cǎo dì shàng
He lay down on the grass.
他的命运有些偃蹇。
tā de mìng yùn yǒu xiē yǎn jiǎn
His fate is somewhat unfortunate.
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