英 Stroke Order — How to Write 英
英 is written in 9 strokes, following the standard Chinese stroke order. Start from the radical 艹, 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.
英 Radical and Character Components
英 is a phono-semantic compound: 艹 (flower) carries the meaning, while 央 indicates the sound.
Radical: 艹 + 5 more strokes
英 Pronunciation and Pinyin
- yīng
Meanings of 英 in Chinese
1
yīng英
Refers to petals or flowers, especially those falling. Used in contexts like 'luò yīng bīn fēn' (falling petals in profusion).
春风吹过，树上的花英纷纷落下，铺满了小径。
The spring breeze blew, and the flower petals fell one after another from the trees, covering the path.
Refers to exceptional talent or a person of outstanding ability; often implies a distinguished or heroic quality.
他不仅英俊潇洒，而且才华横溢，深受大家喜爱。
He is not only handsome and elegant, but also exceptionally talented, making him widely loved.
Essence; the most refined or finest part of something, often referring to outstanding individuals or excellent qualities.
他们是公司里的技术精英。
They are the technical elite of the company.
An ornament made of feathers, used to decorate a spear.
这支长矛上，装饰着华美的羽英，显得格外威武。
This long spear is adorned with splendid feather ornaments, making it look exceptionally mighty.
A beautiful, jade-like stone; similar to '瑛'.
她的名字中带有一个‘英’字，寓意着如玉般的美好
Her name includes the character '英', symbolizing beauty like jade.
Refers to 'Britain' or 'English', as in 'English language'.
我喜欢学习英文。
I like learning English.
Common Words and Phrases with 英
1
person of outstanding ability
这家高科技公司每年都吸引着全球的英才加入。
This high-tech company attracts brilliant talents from all over the world every year.
2
A unit of length, equal to 12 inches or 1/3 yard, commonly used in English-speaking countries.
这座老树的高度超过了一百英尺。
The height of this old tree exceeds one hundred feet.
3
An inch is a unit of length, equal to 1/36 of a yard.
这张纸的宽度是八英寸。
The width of this paper is eight inches.
4
A British unit of weight, also known as a long ton or gross ton, equal to 2240 pounds or 1016.04 kilograms.
这批货物的总重量达到了十英吨。
The total weight of this batch of goods reached ten long tons.
5
heroic and spirited
他神采奕奕，才华英发，是这次比赛最受瞩目的选手。
He was radiant and displayed brilliant talent, making him the most-watched contestant in this competition.
6
The Anglo-French Allied Forces refer to the combined British and French imperialist armies that invaded China in the mid-19th century, notably during the Second Opium War.
历史文献中常有关于英法联军行动的记载。
Historical documents often contain records of the Anglo-French Allied Forces' actions.
7
Hero; outstanding person.
这部小说描绘了许多江湖英豪仗义行侠的故事，引人入胜。
This novel depicts many captivating stories of valiant individuals in the martial world who champion justice.
8
Illustrious persons or things; essence; elite.
这所高校汇集了各领域的英华，为社会发展做出了卓越贡献。
This prestigious institution gathers the elite from various fields, making outstanding contributions to social development.
9
The spirit of a brave or heroic person who has passed away, often a martyr.
这座纪念碑是为了缅怀那些为科学发展做出巨大贡献的英魂而建立的。
This monument was erected in memory of the heroic spirits who made immense contributions to scientific development.
10
The English Channel is a narrow sea that separates southern England from northern France, connecting the Atlantic Ocean to the North Sea. It is a vital shipping route and an important fishing ground.
许多船只每天穿越英吉利海峡。
Many ships cross the English Channel every day.
11
heroes; outstanding figures
这次研讨会汇聚了来自各行各业的英杰，共同探讨前沿科技。
This seminar brought together talented individuals from all walks of life to jointly discuss cutting-edge technology.
12
Handsome and talented, typically used to describe a man.
这位年轻的科学家在学术会议上发表了见解独到的报告，展现了他英俊的才华。
This young scientist delivered insightful reports at the academic conference, showcasing his brilliant talent.
13
A heroic martyr, or a hero who sacrificed their life for a noble cause.
为了保护家园，那群英烈们奋不顾身地与洪水搏斗，他们的英勇事迹将永远被铭记。
To protect their homes, those heroic martyrs fought against the flood without regard for their own safety, and their heroic deeds will always be remembered.
14
spirit of a hero or martyr
我们缅怀那些为人类和平与进步献出生命的英灵
We commemorate the spirits of those who sacrificed their lives for human peace and progress.
15
England, or more broadly, the United Kingdom.
许多年轻人喜欢英伦摇滚乐的独特魅力。
Many young people appreciate the unique charm of British rock music.
More words with 英
- chěng逞yīng英xióng雄play the hero, show off one's bravery
- pú蒲gōng公yīng英dandelion
- xié撷yīng英extract the essence, cull the cream
- yīng英xióng雄hero, champion
- yīng英yǒng勇Brave, Valiant
- yīng英yǔ语English
- jīng精yīng英elite, cream
- yīng英bàng镑Pound, Sterling
- yīng英wǔ武Heroic and mighty, Valiant
- yīng英zī姿valiant bearing, heroic bearing
- shí石yīng英quartz
- yīng英qì气heroic spirit, valiant spirit
- yīng英xióng雄men们heroes
- yīng英jié桀Hero, Prodigy
- yīng英míng明Wise, Sagacious
- yīng英wén文English
- yīng英xióng雄rén人wù物Hero, Heroic figure
- zhù祝yīng英tái台Zhu Yingtai, Female protagonist of The Butterfly Lovers legend
- huā花yīng英Huaying, Hwayoung
- ruò若yīng英Ruo Ying, Like a flower
Idioms with 英
- yīng英míng明guǒ果duàn断wise and resolute
- yīng英nián年zǎo早shì逝die young
- yīng英xióng雄běn本sè色true colors of a hero
- yīng英xióng雄háo豪jié杰heroes and valiant figures
- yīng英xióng雄hǎo好hàn汉outstanding and courageous individuals
- yīng英xióng雄qì气duǎn短hero loses ambition due to love
- yīng英xióng雄rù入gòu彀All heroes fall into one's trap
- yīng英yǒng勇bù不qū屈brave and unyielding
- yīng英yǒng勇shàn善zhàn战valiant and skilled in combat
- yīng英yǒng勇wán顽qiáng强brave and unyielding
- yīng英zī姿bó勃bó勃dashing and vigorous
- yīng英zī姿bó勃fā发dashing and spirited
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Open the tool →Questions about 英
What does 英 mean in Chinese?
英 (yīng) means “Refers to petals or flowers” in Chinese.
How do you pronounce 英?
英 is pronounced yīng in Mandarin Chinese.
How many strokes does 英 have?
英 has 9 strokes.
How do you write 英?
英 is written in 9 strokes, starting from the radical 艹. See the animated stroke order on this page.
What is the radical of 英?
The radical of 英 is 艹, and 英 is a phono-semantic compound.