件
Meaning:
item, matter; component, part; measure word for events
HSK 2
Frequency:
#211
Pinyin:
jiàn
Strokes:
6
Radical:
亻
How to Write 件 - 6 Strokes
Watch how each stroke is written step-by-step
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About "件" in Chinese
The Chinese character 件 (jiàn) means "item, matter; component, part; measure word for events". It is classified as an HSK 2 character, making it essential for beginners. This character is written with 6 strokes. Common words containing 件 include: 事件, 件数, 作件.
📚 Words and Phrases with 件
Common words containing this character
事件
incident; event
HSK 2
件数
item count (of a consignment etc)
HSK 2
作件
workpiece
HSK 2
信件
letter (sent by mail)
HSK 2
备件
spare parts
HSK 2
元件
element
HSK 2
函件
letters
HSK 2
前件
antecedent (logic)
HSK 2
原件
the original
HSK 2
取件
to pick up a pre-arranged item (e.g. package, document, ticket, reserved book) from a delivery point or collection location
HSK 2
📜 Etymology
Type: Ideographic
Origin: A man 亻 dividing up a cow 牛
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
- How do you pronounce "件"?
- The pinyin is jiàn
- How many strokes does "件" have?
- It has 6 strokes
- What does "件" mean?
- item, matter; component, part; measure word for events
- What is the radical of "件"?
- The radical is "亻"