How to Write 应
The character 应 (yīng) is written with 7 strokes. Follow the standard Chinese stroke order: top to bottom, left to right, outside before inside. The radical 广 is one of its key components.
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Meaning & Pronunciation
应 is pronounced yīng in Mandarin Chinese. It means should; to respond.
This is a polyphonic character with readings: yīng, yìng.
As an HSK Level 2 character, 应 is among the first characters beginners learn.
Common Words with 应
Example Sentences
我们应该从小就养成爱护环境的好习惯。
wǒ men yīng gāi cóng xiǎo jiù yǎng chéng ài hù huán jìng de hǎo xí guàn
We should develop the good habit of protecting the environment from a young age.
在公共场合，我们应当保持言谈举止文明。
zài gōng gòng chǎng hé wǒ men yīng dāng bǎo chí yán tán jǔ zhǐ wén míng
In public places, we should maintain civilized speech and behavior.
既然你已经答应帮他，就一定要尽力而为。
jì rán nǐ yǐ jīng dā yìng bāng tā jiù yí dìng yào jìn lì ér wéi
Since you have agreed to help him, you must do your best.
实验过程中，化学物质产生了剧烈的反应。
shí yàn guò chéng zhōng huà xué wù zhì chǎn shēng le jù liè de fǎn yìng
During the experiment, the chemical substances produced a violent reaction.
Practice Writing 应 (yīng)
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