凤 Stroke Order — How to Write 凤
凤 is written in 4 strokes, following the standard Chinese stroke order. Start from the radical 几, 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.
凤 Radical and Character Components
凤 is a phono-semantic compound: 又 (simplified form of 鳥 bird) carries the meaning, while 凡 indicates the sound.
Radical: 几 + 2 more strokes
凤 Pronunciation and Pinyin
- fèng
Meanings of 凤 in Chinese
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fèng凤
A mythical bird, the king of all birds in Chinese folklore, often symbolizing good fortune, prosperity, and high virtue. When used as '凤凰' (fènghuáng), it refers to the phoenix.
传说中的凤凰是吉祥的象征
The legendary phoenix is a symbol of auspiciousness.
Common Words and Phrases with 凤
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Fèngchú (凤雏) literally means 'young phoenix'. It is a metaphor for a talented young person who shows great potential for future success or achievement.
这位年轻的科学家在生物研究领域展现出非凡的潜力，被许多人视为未来的凤雏。
This young scientist has shown extraordinary potential in biological research and is regarded by many as a future prodigy.
2
A phoenix coronet (fèngguān) is a ceremonial headdress, often adorned with phoenix-shaped ornaments and jewels, worn by empresses, imperial concubines, or brides in ancient China.
新娘头上戴着华丽的凤冠，显得格外端庄美丽。
The bride wore a magnificent phoenix crown on her head, looking exceptionally graceful and beautiful.
3
The fenghuang (凤凰) is a mythical bird in Chinese culture, a symbol of good luck and often associated with the empress, known for its colorful plumage and elegant form.
她用彩线绣出了一只栩栩如生的凤凰，寓意着吉祥如意。
She embroidered a lifelike phoenix with colorful threads, symbolizing good fortune and auspiciousness.
4
the white membrane left after a chick hatches from an egg, used in traditional Chinese medicine
老奶奶小心翼翼地从煮熟的鸡蛋上剥下凤凰衣，据说它有特殊的用途。
The old woman carefully peeled the 'phoenix garment' from the boiled egg, as it is said to have special uses.
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something extremely rare and valuable; as rare as phoenix feathers and unicorn horns.
像他这样既精通传统手艺，又乐于创新，同时还保持谦逊态度的年轻设计师，真是凤毛麟角
A young designer like him, who is not only proficient in traditional crafts and eager to innovate, but also maintains a humble attitude, is truly a rarity.
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Beautiful literary expressions; elegant prose.
他的文章字字珠玑，处处流淌着凤藻之美，令人赞叹不已。
His articles are full of brilliant expressions, with the beauty of exquisite prose flowing everywhere, making them highly admirable.
More words with 凤
- chú雏fèng凤Young phoenix, Budding genius
- yí仪fèng凤Yifeng Era
- míng鸣fèng凤Singing Phoenix, Phoenix cry
- dān丹fèng凤yǎn眼phoenix eyes, slanted almond eyes
- fèng凤yáng阳Fengyang, Fengyang County
- fèng凤xiān仙huā花impatiens, balsam
- lóng龙fèng凤dragon and phoenix
- fèng凤niǎn辇phoenix carriage, imperial carriage
- fèng凤páo袍phoenix robe, empress's robe
- fèng凤qiú求huáng凰Phoenix Seeks Phoenix, A Phoenix's Courtship
- fèng凤wěi尾yú鱼anchovy
- chì赤fèng凤Red Phoenix, Scarlet Phoenix
- lóng龙fèng凤tú图àn案Dragon and phoenix pattern, Dragon and phoenix motif
- míng鸣fèng凤jì记The Story of Mingfeng, Mingfeng Chronicle
- fèng凤huáng凰yù玉zān簪Phoenix jade hairpin, Jade phoenix hairpin
- fèng凤yǎn眼yuán圆zhēng睁Phoenix eyes wide open, Eyes widened
Idioms with 凤
- fèng凤gǔ骨lóng龙zī姿extraordinary and noble physique and demeanor
- fèng凤guān冠xiá霞pèi帔traditional elaborate ceremonial attire for women
- dǎo倒fèng凤diān颠luán鸾sexual intercourse
- diān颠luán鸾dǎo倒fèng凤engage in passionate intimacy
- diāo雕lóng龙huà画fèng凤elaborate and magnificent decoration
- fù附fèng凤pān攀lóng龙Fawn on powerful people for wealth
- jī鸡qī栖fèng凤cháo巢unworthy person in high position
- lí离luán鸾bié别fèng凤a married couple's sorrowful separation
- lóng龙fēi飞fèng凤wǔ舞vigorous and graceful calligraphy
- lóng龙fèng凤chéng呈xiáng祥propitious and joyful event
- lóng龙xīn心fèng凤gān肝extremely rare and precious delicacies
- lóng龙yuè跃fèng凤míng鸣brilliant talent and exceptional capabilities
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Open the tool →Questions about 凤
What does 凤 mean in Chinese?
凤 (fèng) means “A mythical bird” in Chinese.
How do you pronounce 凤?
凤 is pronounced fèng in Mandarin Chinese.
How many strokes does 凤 have?
凤 has 4 strokes.
How do you write 凤?
凤 is written in 4 strokes, starting from the radical 几. See the animated stroke order on this page.
What is the radical of 凤?
The radical of 凤 is 几, and 凤 is a phono-semantic compound.