点

Basic Strokes · GF 0023-2020

Dot (点)

Pinyin: diǎnChinese Name: 点 (bǐ huà)

Writing Direction & Movement Principle

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Movement Rule: Downward slant dot, firm and crisp

The dot (diǎn) is a compact, firm pressure stroke. It starts lightly and presses firmly downward-right.

Sample Characters Featuring the "Dot" Stroke

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xiàbelow, underneath; inferior; to bring down; next3 strokes

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liùsix4 strokes

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guǎngbroad, vast, wide; building, house3 strokes

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wénculture, literature, writing4 strokes

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zhǔto own; to host; master; host; lord5 strokes

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méngate, door, entrance, opening3 strokes

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