戎 Stroke Order — How to Write 戎
戎 is written in 6 strokes, following the standard Chinese stroke order. Start from the radical 戈, 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.
戎 Radical and Character Components
Partial breakdown of 戎:戈
戎 is an ideographic compound. A hand holding a lance 戈.
Radical: 戈 + 2 more strokes
戎 Pronunciation and Pinyin
- róng
Meanings of 戎 in Chinese
1
róng戎
A general term for ancient weapons or armaments.
博物馆里陈列着各式各样的古老兵戎。
Various ancient armaments are displayed in the museum.
Military, relating to armed forces or warfare; often used to describe military attire or a military career.
他穿上戎装，英姿飒爽
He put on his military uniform, looking valiant and spirited.
An ancient term for war chariots or military vehicles.
他从小学习驾驭战车，精通御戎之术。
He learned to drive war chariots from a young age, mastering the art of charioteering.
Great, often referring to military achievements or arduous undertakings.
他为这份事业付出了戎马一生的心血。
He dedicated his life's painstaking efforts to this cause, much like a warrior's lifelong campaigns.
A classical or dialectal term (pronounced róng, and in some dialects sounding like 'nóng') used to refer to or describe someone or something that serves as a strong, capable pillar, protector, or essential force within a group, organization, or state, echoing the idea of '戎有良翰' (the state/army has capable support).
在此艰难时刻，团结协作，每个成员都将是团队之戎。
In this difficult time, by working together, every member will be the vital pillar of the team.
In ancient China, a term referring to various ancient peoples or groups to the west, often associated with border regions.
古时，边疆地区常有与“戎”相关的记载。
In ancient times, there were often records related to 'Rong' in the border regions.
Common Words and Phrases with 戎
1
military vehicle
古时的战场上，戎车是重要的作战工具
On ancient battlefields, war chariots were important combat tools.
2
military affairs; war opportunities
他从小研习兵法，对戎机之事了如指掌
From a young age, he studied military strategies and had a thorough understanding of military affairs.
3
weapons and armor
在博物馆里，我们看到了许多古代将士佩戴的戎甲，它们被保存得非常完好。
In the museum, we saw many ancient warriors' weapons and armor, which were preserved in excellent condition.
4
Warhorse; (figuratively) military service or war.
他自幼投身军旅，戎马半生，磨砺出坚韧不拔的品格。
From a young age, he joined the military, spending half his life in service, cultivating an unyielding character.
5
A life spent in military service or warfare; an army career.
老将军回顾自己波澜壮阔的戎马生涯，感慨万千。
The old general looked back at his magnificent military career, filled with emotion.
6
military affairs; war
古籍中常记载关于修筑城墙和训练士兵等戎事。
Ancient texts often record military affairs such as building city walls and training soldiers.
7
Military emergency; urgent military affairs
他近日戎事倥偬，时常披星戴月，很少有闲暇。
He has been engrossed in urgent military affairs recently, often working from dawn till dusk, with little leisure time.
8
troops, military ranks, or military affairs.
他毅然投身戎行，开始了充满挑战的军旅生涯
He resolutely joined the military, embarking on a challenging career in military service.
9
military uniform; battle attire
年轻的战士穿上崭新的戎衣，英姿飒爽地站在队伍中。
The young warrior, resplendent in his brand new military uniform, stood gallantly in the ranks.
10
military uniform; martial attire
舞台上，演员们身着戎装，英姿飒爽。
On the stage, the actors, dressed in military uniforms, looked heroic and spirited.
More words with 戎
- jiāng姜róng戎Jiang Rong
- yuán元róng戎supreme commander
- bīng兵róng戎arms, war
- róng戎gōng功military merits, war exploits
- lǎo老yuán元róng戎old marshal, old general
- róng戎xiān先shēng生Mr. Rong
- róng戎jī机zhī之shì事military affairs, matters of war
- róng戎mǎ马bàn半shēng生A lifetime of military service, Spent half one's life in the military
- róng戎mǎ马yì一shēng生A military life, A life of military service
- jiāng姜róng戎zú族qún群Jiangrong ethnic group, Jiangrong people
- róng戎yǒu有liáng良hàn翰The army has excellent strategists., The state is supported by capable officials.
- tóu投shēn身róng戎háng行Join the army, Enlist in the military
- yù御róng戎zhī之shù术Military strategy, Art of warfare management
Idioms with 戎
- bīng兵róng戎xiāng相jiàn见resort to armed force
- tóu投bǐ笔cóng从róng戎give up scholarly life for military service
- róng戎mǎ马cāng仓huáng皇Flustered amidst military campaigns
- róng戎mǎ马shēng生jiāo郊constant warfare and prolonged conflict
- gān甘wéi为róng戎shǒu首willingly be the chief instigator of hostilities
- qì弃bǐ笔cóng从róng戎abandon writing for military career
- róng戎mǎ马kǒng倥zǒng偬busily engaged in military affairs
- hú狐qiú裘méng蒙róng戎in utter disarray
- jié诘róng戎zhì治bīng兵manage and regulate military affairs
- qǐ启xiū羞xīng兴róng戎Bring shame and instigate conflict
- yuán元róng戎qǐ启xíng行The commander-in-chief sets out
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Open the tool →Questions about 戎
What does 戎 mean in Chinese?
戎 (róng) means “Great” in Chinese.
How do you pronounce 戎?
戎 is pronounced róng in Mandarin Chinese.
How many strokes does 戎 have?
戎 has 6 strokes.
How do you write 戎?
戎 is written in 6 strokes, starting from the radical 戈. See the animated stroke order on this page.
What is the radical of 戎?
The radical of 戎 is 戈, and 戎 is an ideographic compound.