How many strokes does 三 have?

三 (san1), meaning "three" has 3 strokes. Use the step-by-step stroke order on this page before practicing the character by hand.

How do you write 三 in Chinese?

Write 三 (san1), meaning "three" by following the stroke sequence shown on this page, 3 strokes in total. The breakdown helps learners see the order before using animated practice in QuShiZi.

What is the best way to practice 三 stroke order?

First observe the full shape of 三, then trace each stroke in order, and finally repeat the character in short review sessions. QuShiZi is designed for this lookup-then-practice flow.

Hanzi stroke order

三 stroke order (san1)

三

Pinyin: san1Meaning: three3 strokes

Step-by-step stroke breakdown (3 strokes)

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How to write 三

Learn the correct stroke order for the Chinese character 三. This page breaks the character into 3 strokes so beginners can see the writing sequence before practicing by hand.

Pinyin: san1. Meaning: three.

Example words

三个 · san1 ge4 · three items
三月 · san1 yue4 · March

Use the stroke cards above to check the order, then practice in the app for animated writing demos, voice-first lookup, pinyin support, and quick review.

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