先
Meaning:
first, former, previous
HSK 3
Frequency:
#482
Pinyin:
xiān
Strokes:
6
Radical:
儿
How to Write 先 - 6 Strokes
Watch how each stroke is written step-by-step
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About "先" in Chinese
The Chinese character 先 (xiān) means "first, former, previous". It is classified as an HSK 3 character, making it important for intermediate learners. This character is written with 6 strokes. Common words containing 先 include: 事先, 占先, 尽先.
📚 Words and Phrases with 先
Common words containing this character
📜 Etymology
Type: Ideographic
Origin: Someone stepping 止 in front of another person 儿
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
- How do you pronounce "先"?
- The pinyin is xiān
- How many strokes does "先" have?
- It has 6 strokes
- What does "先" mean?
- first, former, previous
- What is the radical of "先"?
- The radical is "儿"