临 Stroke Order — How to Write 临
临 is written in 9 strokes, following the standard Chinese stroke order. Start from the radical 丨, 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.
临 Radical and Character Components
Partial breakdown of 临:丨
Radical: 丨 + 8 more strokes
临 Pronunciation and Pinyin
- lín
Meanings of 临 in Chinese
1
lín临
To look down from a high place; to overlook or face a lower point from an elevated position.
站在山顶，他临窗远眺城市夜景。
Standing on the mountaintop, he overlooked the city night view from the window.
To arrive, to come (often used formally or respectfully, as in 'welcome').
欢迎光临本店！
Welcome to our store!
to encounter; to face; temporary
他面临着一个艰难的选择。
He is facing a difficult choice.
to be close to; to approach; on the verge of
学校临近市中心，交通很方便。
The school is close to the city center, so transportation is very convenient.
To copy or trace (a model of calligraphy or painting).
她正在临摹一幅古画。
She is currently copying an ancient painting.
In ancient times, referring to a monarch holding court or administering state affairs.
校长亲临毕业典礼，为学子们送上祝福。
The principal personally attended the graduation ceremony to offer blessings to the students.
Common Words and Phrases with 临
1
Lin'an is a county in the western part of Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China, known for its scenic Tianmu Mountain.
每年春天，许多游客前往临安赏花，体验当地的自然风光。
Every spring, many tourists travel to Lin'an to enjoy the flowers and experience the local natural scenery.
2
at parting; just before parting; on the eve of one's departure
临别之际，他送给我一份小礼物。
Just before parting, he gave me a small gift.
3
Words of advice or encouragement given at the time of parting.
毕业典礼上，校长向所有毕业生送上了充满智慧的临别赠言，鼓励他们勇敢追求梦想。
At the graduation ceremony, the principal offered all graduates words of wisdom and encouragement as a farewell message, urging them to bravely pursue their dreams.
4
The state of being in labor, characterized by regular contractions.
她最近出现了临产的迹象，医生建议她住院待产
She recently showed signs of labor, and the doctor advised her to be hospitalized for delivery.
5
On-site; at the actual event or competition, referring to actions or performance at that moment.
她在演讲比赛中临场发挥出色，赢得了评委的一致好评
She performed exceptionally well on the spot during the speech contest, winning unanimous praise from the judges.
6
To hold court; for an emperor or empress to preside over court and handle state affairs.
年轻的帝王每日勤勉临朝，倾听臣子们建议，为百姓谋福祉。
The young emperor diligently held court every day, listening to his ministers' advice and seeking welfare for his people.
7
Linchuan, now Fuzhou City, Jiangxi Province, China.
临川是著名的文化之乡，孕育了许多杰出的人物。
Linchuan is a renowned cultural hub, having nurtured many outstanding figures.
8
Clinical; pertaining to the direct observation and treatment of patients.
这项新药的临床试验显示出了积极的结果。
The clinical trials of this new drug have shown positive results.
9
To happen to or befall; to be on the verge of.
临到期末考试，学生们都在加紧复习。
As the final exams approached, students were all intensifying their review.
10
Linhai is a county-level city in eastern Zhejiang Province, China, located on the coast. It serves as a land transportation hub and is known for its sugarcane production.
今年夏天，我们全家计划去临海的紫阳街走走，感受历史的韵味。
This summer, our whole family plans to stroll along Ziyang Street in Linhai, experiencing the charm of history.
11
to walk slowly on the rainbow
她身着轻纱，在云端临虹款步，宛如画中仙子，每一步都踏着柔和的光晕。
Dressed in light gauze, she trod gracefully upon the rainbow in the clouds, like a fairy from a painting, with each step leaving a gentle halo of light.
12
facing the street
这家新开的餐馆临街而设，招牌醒目，非常容易辨认。
This newly opened restaurant is located facing the street, with a prominent sign, making it very easy to recognize.
13
A building or room that faces a street and features a storefront, often used for commercial purposes.
这家商店租了一间临街房，方便顾客光顾
This shop rented a street-facing property, making it convenient for customers to visit.
14
critical; referring to a minimum condition for a change of state or quantity.
当温度达到临界值时，这种合金的导电性会突然增强。
When the temperature reaches the critical value, the conductivity of this alloy will suddenly increase.
15
near; close to; approaching
考试临近了，同学们都在紧张地复习。
The exam is approaching, and students are all reviewing anxiously.
16
To dig a well only when thirsty; to make preparations at the last minute, often too late.
小明总是在项目截止日期前夜才开始熬夜赶工，这种临渴穿井的做法常常导致他的工作质量不高。
Xiao Ming always burns the midnight oil to rush his work only on the eve of the project deadline; this last-minute approach often leads to poor work quality.
More words with 临
- jiàng降lín临to descend; to arrive; to come upon
- bīn濒lín临on the verge of, close to
- huì惠lín临gracious presence, gracious visit
- jūn君lín临To rule or reign over; to dominate.
- pò迫lín临Imminent, Impending
- bì贲lín临to honor with one's presence, to grace with one's presence
- dēng登lín临to ascend, to climb up and overlook
- jià驾lín临to arrive, to come
- wǎng枉lín临I am honoured by your visit.
- lín临shí时Temporary, Provisional
- guāng光lín临visit, patronize
- lín临mó摹to copy from a model, to imitate (an artwork)
- miàn面lín临Face, Confront
- lín临mén门at the door, on the verge
- lín临zhōng终dying, terminal
- lì莅lín临attend, visit
- lái来lín临Coming, Arrival
- lín临jiè界zhí值Critical value, Threshold
- lín临yī猗xiàn县Linyi County
- lín临zhōng终qián前before death, on one's deathbed
Idioms with 临
- lín临bié别zèng赠yǔ语parting words of advice
- lín临kě渴jué掘jǐng井make last-minute preparations
- lín临sǐ死bù不qiè怯face death without fear
- lín临wēi危bù不gù顾face danger without fear
- lín临wēi危bù不jù惧face danger fearlessly
- lín临wēi危bù不luàn乱remain calm in danger
- lín临wēi危shòu受mìng命accept a critical mission in times of danger
- lín临wēi危shòu授mìng命accept a critical mission in times of crisis
- lín临wēi危xià下shí石kick someone when they're down
- lín临yuān渊jié结wǎng网prepare too late
- lín临zhèn阵mó磨dāo刀make last-minute preparations
- lín临zhèn阵mó磨qiāng枪make last-minute preparations
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Open the tool →Questions about 临
What does 临 mean in Chinese?
临 (lín) means “To look down from a high place” in Chinese.
How do you pronounce 临?
临 is pronounced lín in Mandarin Chinese.
How many strokes does 临 have?
临 has 9 strokes.
How do you write 临?
临 is written in 9 strokes, starting from the radical 丨. See the animated stroke order on this page.
What is the radical of 临?
The radical of 临 is 丨.