德 Stroke Order — How to Write 德
德 is written in 15 strokes, following the standard Chinese stroke order. Start from the radical 彳, 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.
德 Radical and Character Components
heart.
Radical: 彳 + 12 more strokes
德 Pronunciation and Pinyin
- dé
Meanings of 德 in Chinese
1
dé德
Moral standards, virtue, or character, reflecting principles for human conduct.
诚信是做人的美德，值得我们每个人去学习和传承
Integrity is a human virtue, worth learning and inheriting for each of us.
Intention, will, or conviction, especially when shared, leading to unity of purpose.
他们一心一德，共同努力，终于完成了这项艰巨的任务。
They were of one heart and one mind, working together, and finally completed this arduous task.
Favor, benevolence, kindness, grace; often used to describe good deeds and their positive influence on others.
他乐善好施，德泽广布，深受邻里爱戴。
He is benevolent and generous, his kindness spreads far and wide, and he is deeply loved by his neighbors.
Common Words and Phrases with 德
1
have both ability and political integrity
公司一直在寻找德才兼备的领导者来推动创新和发展。
The company has always been looking for leaders who are both virtuous and talented to drive innovation and development.
2
moral conduct and personal integrity
一位真正的教育家不仅要传授知识，更要以身作则，培养学生的德操
A true educator not only imparts knowledge but also sets an example to cultivate students' moral character.
3
Of noble character and high prestige.
张老先生在社区里德高望重，大家都喜欢向他请教。
Elderly Mr. Zhang is a person of high moral standing and great prestige in the community; everyone likes to seek his advice.
4
of noble character and high prestige
老校长一生教书育人，德高望尊，深受学生和教职工的爱戴。
The old principal dedicated his life to education, was highly virtuous and prestigious, and deeply loved by students and staff.
5
to moralize and transform; to enlighten/influence people through moral education
他以仁爱之心德化乡里，使大家互助友爱，社会风气为之一新。
He morally influenced the villagers with his benevolent heart, fostering mutual help and friendship, which revitalized the community's spirit.
6
A self-satisfied or condescending air, especially an expression of having bestowed a favor on others.
尽管只是举手之劳，但他脸上却流露着一种德色，仿佛完成了什么了不起的壮举。
Even though it was a trivial task, he wore a self-righteous look, as if he had achieved something extraordinary.
7
Noble character and moral integrity, often associated with a widespread good reputation.
这位老师不仅学识渊博，更因其德馨，深受学生和家长的尊敬
This teacher is not only profound in knowledge but also deeply respected by students and parents for his/her widely admired virtue.
8
Moral integrity and virtuous conduct.
一个人的德行是其在社会中立足的基础。
A person's moral conduct is the foundation for their standing in society.
9
Virtue; moral character.
这位老师以其高尚的德性，成为了学生们的榜样。
This teacher, with her noble character, became a role model for her students.
10
De-you was an era name (1275-1276) during the reign of Emperor Gong of the Southern Song Dynasty, literally meaning 'virtue and blessing'.
《德祐总录》是一部记录南宋末期历史事件的珍贵文献。
The 'Comprehensive Record of Deyou' is a valuable historical document that records events from the late Southern Song Dynasty.
11
German
我正在努力学习德语，希望能阅读更多原版文学作品。
I am diligently studying German, hoping to read more original literary works.
12
moral education
学校非常重视学生的德育发展。
Schools attach great importance to the moral development of students.
13
Benevolence and grace, especially from a ruler or superior.
这位老教师的德泽广布，许多学生都曾受到他的教诲和帮助。
The widespread beneficence of this old teacher meant that many students had received his instruction and help.
14
Benevolent rule; political measures and achievements beneficial to the people.
这项政策被普遍认为是德政，因为它有效地解决了许多民生问题。
This policy is widely regarded as a benevolent measure because it effectively addressed many issues concerning people's livelihoods.
More words with 德
- dào道dé德morality, ethics
- měi美dé德moral excellence or virtue
- pǐn品dé德Moral character or virtue.
- gōng功dé德Merit, Good deeds
- rén仁dé德benevolent moral integrity
- dū都dé德Daudet, Alphonse Daudet
- jī积dé德accumulate virtue, do good deeds
- kāng康dé德Kant
- lā拉dé德Rade
- míng明dé德Illustrious Virtue, Bright Virtue
- quē缺dé德unscrupulous, immoral
- sì四dé德Four Virtues
- wēi威dé德prestige and virtue, might and virtue
- xuān宣dé德Xuande
- yīn阴dé德Secret virtue, Hidden merit
- ēn恩dé德Favor, Kindness
- jǐng景dé德zhèn镇Jingdezhen
- xián贤dé德Virtuous and kind.
- bā八dé德Eight Virtues
- bào报dé德repay kindness, requite a favor
Idioms with 德
- dé德bó薄cái才shū疏of meager virtue and shallow talent
- dé德bó薄néng能xiǎn鲜meager virtue and scanty ability
- dé德báo薄wàng望qiǎn浅of low moral standing and little prestige
- cái才dé德jiān兼bèi备possess both talent and moral integrity
- dà大ēn恩dà大dé德immense kindness and profound benevolence
- dào道dé德wén文zhāng章moral integrity and profound scholarship
- ēn恩dé德rú如shān山profound kindness as vast as a mountain
- gǎn感ēn恩dài戴dé德feel and cherish profound gratitude
- gē歌gōng功sòng颂dé德sing praises and extol virtues
- gōng功dé德wú无liàng量immeasurable merit or boundless beneficence
- gōng功dé德yuán圆mǎn满successfully conclude meritorious deeds
- jī积dé德lěi累gōng功accumulate virtue and merit
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Open the tool →Questions about 德
What does 德 mean in Chinese?
德 (dé) means “Moral standards” in Chinese.
How do you pronounce 德?
德 is pronounced dé in Mandarin Chinese.
How many strokes does 德 have?
德 has 15 strokes.
How do you write 德?
德 is written in 15 strokes, starting from the radical 彳. See the animated stroke order on this page.
What is the radical of 德?
The radical of 德 is 彳, and 德 is a phono-semantic compound.