(sān)

Meaning:

three

HSK 1
Frequency: #48
Pinyin: sān
Strokes: 3
Radical:

How to Write - 3 Strokes

Watch how each stroke is written step-by-step

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2
3

About "三" in Chinese

The Chinese character (sān) means "three". It is classified as an HSK 1 character, making it essential for beginners. This character is written with 3 strokes. Common words containing 三 include: 三C, 三P, 其三.

📚 Words and Phrases with

Common words containing this character

📜 Etymology

Type: Ideographic

Origin: Three  parallel lines; compare 一 (one) and 二 (two)

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How do you pronounce "三"?
The pinyin is sān
How many strokes does "三" have?
It has 3 strokes
What does "三" mean?
three
What is the radical of "三"?
The radical is "一"