令
Meaning:
command, decree, order; magistrate; to allow, to cause
HSK 2
Frequency:
#201
Pinyin:
lìng
Strokes:
5
Radical:
人
How to Write 令 - 5 Strokes
Watch how each stroke is written step-by-step
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About "令" in Chinese
The Chinese character 令 (lìng) means "command, decree, order; magistrate; to allow, to cause". It is classified as an HSK 2 character, making it essential for beginners. This character is written with 5 strokes. Common words containing 令 include: 下令, 令人, 令兄.
📚 Words and Phrases with 令
Common words containing this character
📜 Etymology
Type: Ideographic
Origin: A person kneeling before a master 人
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
- How do you pronounce "令"?
- The pinyin is lìng
- How many strokes does "令" have?
- It has 5 strokes
- What does "令" mean?
- command, decree, order; magistrate; to allow, to cause
- What is the radical of "令"?
- The radical is "人"