仁 Stroke Order — How to Write 仁
仁 is written in 4 strokes, following the standard Chinese stroke order. Start from the radical 亻, then complete the remaining strokes.
Stroke order matters in Chinese: it keeps the character balanced, and it is how dictionaries and handwriting input methods expect a character to be written.
仁 Radical and Character Components
仁 is an ideographic compound. A caring relationship between two 二 people 亻.
Radical: 亻 + 2 more strokes
仁 Pronunciation and Pinyin
- rén
Meanings of 仁 in Chinese
1
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A moral concept in traditional Chinese thought, referring to the virtue of benevolence, empathy, and mutual affection among people.
老师对所有学生都一视同仁，不偏不倚。
The teacher treats all students equally, without bias.
The edible part inside a hard shell or pit, such as a nut kernel.
我喜欢吃核桃仁，它对大脑有好处
I like to eat walnut kernels; they are good for the brain.
Common Words and Phrases with 仁
1
Benevolence, charity, or universal love and compassion for all people.
她以仁爱之心对待身边的每一个人，总是乐于助人。
She treats everyone around her with a benevolent heart, always willing to help others.
2
kindhearted; benevolent
这位老人对小动物总是充满了仁慈之心。
This old person always treats small animals with great kindness and compassion.
3
benevolent moral integrity
这位老师以她的仁德和耐心，深受学生和家长的爱戴。
This teacher is deeply loved by students and parents for her benevolence and patience.
4
My dear friend (used to address one's younger friend or student).
仁弟近来可好？许久未见，甚是想念。
My dear young friend, how have you been recently? It's been a long time since we last met, and I've missed you greatly.
5
Gracious, benevolent, and kind-hearted.
王伯伯为人仁厚，总是乐于帮助他人。
Uncle Wang is kind and benevolent, always willing to help others.
6
Benevolent, kind, and merciful.
这位老人一生待人仁惠，深受邻里爱戴
This elderly person has always treated others with kindness and benevolence throughout their life, earning deep affection from their neighbors.
7
To love and care for all people and cherish all living things.
这位慈善家一生都致力于实践仁民爱物的精神，不仅慷慨捐助贫困人群，也积极倡导环境保护。
This philanthropist dedicated their life to embodying the spirit of 'Renmin Aiwu', not only generously assisting those in need but also actively promoting environmental conservation.
8
Virtuous and benevolent gentlemen; men of good will and high moral character.
他为人谦逊有礼，乐善好施，是一位大家公认的仁人君子
He is humble and courteous, generous and philanthropic, a universally recognized gentleman of virtue.
9
people of virtue and integrity; people with lofty ideals
这位老先生一生行善，广结善缘，是大家公认的仁人义士。
This old gentleman dedicated his life to doing good deeds, building good relationships, and is recognized by everyone as a benevolent and righteous person.
10
People of noble character and high aspirations, dedicated to a just cause or the welfare of society.
在任何时代，仁人志士都是社会进步的重要推动力量，他们的精神激励着后人不断前行。
In every era, people of noble character and high ideals are crucial forces for societal progress, and their spirit inspires future generations to keep moving forward.
11
Benevolent practices or skills
这位医生医术高明，且怀仁术，深受患者信赖。
This doctor possesses superb medical skills and a benevolent approach, earning deep trust from patients.
12
Both a benevolent heart and superb medical skills, typically used to praise doctors.
张医生以其仁心仁术，不仅治愈了无数患者的身体，更温暖了他们的心灵。
Dr. Zhang, with his benevolent heart and compassionate expertise, not only cured countless patients' physical ailments but also brought comfort to their spirits.
13
my dear friend (an old, respectful term for a peer, often used in letters)
仁兄，久违了，近来可好？望早日得见，共话桑麻
My dear friend, it has been a long time; how have you been lately? I hope to see you soon and catch up on our lives.
14
Benevolent words bring extensive benefits to all.
那位老教授的教诲如仁言利博，让无数学生受益匪浅，不仅学到了知识，更懂得了做人的道理。
The old professor's teachings were like benevolent words bringing extensive benefits; countless students benefited immensely, not only gaining knowledge but also understanding principles of life.
15
Kindheartedness and justice; benevolence and righteousness.
他一生行事仁义，深受邻里爱戴。
He lived his life with benevolence and righteousness, deeply loved by his neighbors.
16
Justice and virtue; the moral principles and ethical standards, especially those upheld in traditional Chinese society. It can also refer to high-minded talk, sometimes implying hypocrisy.
在那个时代，人们普遍认为遵守仁义道德是个人立身之本，也是社会和谐的基石
In that era, people generally believed that adhering to benevolence, righteousness, and morality was the foundation of personal integrity and the cornerstone of social harmony.
More words with 仁
- xiā虾rén仁Shelled fresh shrimps.
- xìng杏rén仁almond
- xìng杏rén仁bǐng饼Almond cookie, Almond biscuit
- rén仁zhèng政benevolent rule, humane governance
- tóng瞳rén仁pupil
- shā砂rén仁Amomum fruit, Fructus Amomi
- táo桃rén仁peach kernel, peach seed
- hé核tao桃rén仁walnut kernel, walnut meat
- rén仁shòu兽benevolent beast, kind animal
- xìng杏rén仁piàn片almond slices, sliced almonds
- xìng杏rén仁yóu油almond oil
- cáo曹rén仁Cao Ren
- rén仁ér儿Ren, Renny
- tóng童rén仁Tong Ren, Childlike kindness
- rén仁xiān先shēng生Mr. Ren, Mr. Benevolence
- huì烩xiā虾rén仁Braised shrimp, Stewed shrimp
- rén仁ài爱zhī之xīn心Benevolent heart, Compassionate heart
- rén仁cí慈jūn君zhǔ主Benevolent monarch, Merciful ruler
- rén仁ài爱zhī之dào道The Way of Benevolence, The Path of Love
- rén仁hòu厚zhī之xīn心Benevolent heart, Kind heart
Idioms with 仁
- rén仁yì义zhī之shī师righteous army upholding benevolence and justice
- rén仁zhì至yì义jìn尽to have done one's utmost in benevolence
- bù不rén仁bù不yì义inhuman and brutal
- chéng成rén仁qǔ取yì义sacrifice life for righteousness
- dà大rén仁dà大yì义great benevolence and righteousness
- dāng当rén仁bù不ràng让shoulder a just responsibility without hesitation
- fǎ法wài外shī施rén仁show mercy beyond the law
- fèng奉yáng扬rén仁fēng风Praise benevolent governance
- fù妇rén人zhī之rén仁excessive leniency and indecisiveness
- jī积dé德lěi累rén仁accumulate virtue and benevolence
- jiǎ假rén仁jiǎ假yì义feigned kindness and morality
- jiǎ假rén仁zòng纵dí敌Feigned benevolence indulging the enemy
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Open the tool →Questions about 仁
What does 仁 mean in Chinese?
仁 (rén) means “The edible part inside a hard shell or pit, such as a nut kernel” in Chinese.
How do you pronounce 仁?
仁 is pronounced rén in Mandarin Chinese.
How many strokes does 仁 have?
仁 has 4 strokes.
How do you write 仁?
仁 is written in 4 strokes, starting from the radical 亻. See the animated stroke order on this page.
What is the radical of 仁?
The radical of 仁 is 亻, and 仁 is an ideographic compound.