金 Stroke Order — How to Write 金
金 is written in 8 strokes, following the standard Chinese stroke order. Start from the radical 金, 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.
金 Radical and Character Components
金 is a pictograph. A cast-iron bell.
Radical: 金 + 0 more strokes
金 Pronunciation and Pinyin
- jīn
Meanings of 金 in Chinese
1
jīn金
A chemical element (Au, atomic number 79), a soft, yellow-red precious metal, often used for jewelry or currency.
这枚戒指是用纯黄金打造的。
This ring is made of pure gold.
Refers to a class of solid materials that are lustrous, ductile, and good conductors of heat and electricity (excluding mercury). It is often used in terms like 'metal' or 'alloy'.
这种新型材料是由多种金属混合而成的合金。
This new material is an alloy formed by mixing various metals.
money; cash; fund
这家公司刚刚筹集了一大笔基金。
This company just raised a large sum of funds.
Refers to weaponry, armor, or metal musical instruments like gongs and drums, often associated with warfare.
战场上金鼓齐鸣，士气大振。
On the battlefield, gongs and drums sounded in unison, greatly boosting morale.
One of the eight traditional categories of ancient Chinese musical instruments, referring to those made of metal.
八音之中，金石之声最为洪亮
Among the eight traditional musical categories, the sounds of metal and stone instruments are the most resonant.
Represents nobility, preciousness, rarity, durability, solidity, and luster. It is often used to describe deep, lasting qualities, such as profound friendship or an indestructible nature.
他们之间的友谊如金兰之交，历久弥坚
Their friendship is like a golden orchid bond, enduring and growing stronger over time.
Refers to certain animals and plants named for their gold-like color, such as 'goldfish' or 'golden snub-nosed monkey'.
小明养了一缸金鱼。
Xiao Ming keeps a tank of goldfish.
A Chinese dynasty (1115-1234), often referred to as the Jin Dynasty.
金代是中国历史上的一个重要时期。
The Jin Dynasty was an important period in Chinese history.
Common Words and Phrases with 金
1
A billboard listing the names of successful candidates in the imperial examinations.
经过多年的寒窗苦读，他终于金榜题名，实现了家族的期望
After many years of diligent study, he finally made it onto the golden roll of successful candidates, fulfilling his family's expectations.
2
to succeed in imperial examinations; to pass a prestigious government examination
他勤奋苦读多年，终于金榜题名，成为了一名优秀的学者。
After years of diligent study, he finally achieved great academic success, becoming an excellent scholar.
3
A fountain pen, often with a gold nib.
这支金笔是爷爷送给我的生日礼物，我一直珍藏着
This gold pen was a birthday gift from my grandpa, and I've treasured it ever since.
4
A coin made of gold
孩子们在寻宝游戏中找到了几枚闪闪发光的金币。
The children found several shiny gold coins in the treasure hunt game.
5
Splendid in green and gold, magnificent and dazzling, often describing luxurious and ornate decorations.
新开的酒店大堂装修得金碧辉煌，令人叹为观止。
The lobby of the newly opened hotel was decorated with magnificent splendor, leaving visitors in awe.
6
Priceless; invaluable; not to be exchanged even for gold.
这份与你共享的快乐时光，在我看来是金不换的宝贵回忆。
This happy time shared with you, in my opinion, is a priceless and cherished memory.
7
radiantly golden
秋天到了，田野里一片金灿灿的稻谷。
As autumn arrived, the rice paddies in the fields were a dazzling golden.
8
To escape from an entangled situation by creating a diversion, similar to a cicada shedding its skin.
为了摆脱那些烦人的记者，明星们经常会使出金蝉脱壳之计，让助理引开注意力，自己则从侧门悄悄离开。
To shake off persistent reporters, celebrities often employ the 'golden cicada sheds its shell' tactic, letting their assistants divert attention while they quietly slip away through a side exit.
9
A golden city; a strongly fortified and impregnable city.
这座山顶上的城堡，历经数百年风雨，依然如同一座金城，巍然屹立。
This castle on the mountaintop, having withstood hundreds of years of wind and rain, still stands majestically like an impregnable fortress.
10
an incised wound caused by metal weapons or instruments
古籍中常有关于金疮的记载，描述了其治疗方法。
Ancient texts often contain records about metal-inflicted wounds, describing their treatment methods.
11
Azalea
春天，金达莱花开满山坡，将大地装点得绚丽多彩。
In spring, jindalai flowers bloom all over the hills, adorning the land with vibrant colors.
12
golden palace; an imperial palace
阳光洒落在金殿琉璃瓦上，闪耀着夺目的光芒。
The sunlight cast upon the glazed tiles of the Golden Hall, shimmering with a dazzling brilliance.
13
A desirable, secure, and profitable job.
在许多人看来，当老师是一份金饭碗，不仅工作稳定，假期也多。
In many people's eyes, being a teacher is a golden rice bowl, as the job is stable and comes with many holidays.
14
autumn wind
金风送爽，丹桂飘香，正是赏月的好时节。
The golden autumn wind brings coolness, and the sweet osmanthus fragrance drifts, making it a wonderful time to admire the moon.
15
Jīngāng (金刚) can refer to a diamond or vajra (a Buddhist implement), the fictional giant ape King Kong, or metaphorically, a huge and powerful person.
这部经典电影中的金刚形象给观众留下了深刻的印象。
The image of King Kong in this classic movie left a deep impression on the audience.
16
Impure silicon carbide, a very hard material used as an abrasive.
这种工具的表面涂有金刚砂，以增强其耐磨性。
The surface of this tool is coated with carborundum to enhance its wear resistance.
More words with 金
- zī资jīn金funds or financial resources
- shú赎jīn金ransom
- chì赤jīn金Pure gold
- chóu酬jīn金remuneration, reward
- chún纯jīn金gold with very few impurities
- gǔ股jīn金Share capital, Capital stock
- lǐ礼jīn金Gift money, Cash gift
- miáo描jīn金Gold tracing, Painted gold decoration
- ní泥jīn金Gold paste, Powdered gold paint
- pìn聘jīn金bride price, betrothal gift money
- ruì瑞jīn金Ruijin, Juichin (historical spelling)
- shā砂jīn金Placer gold, Aventurine
- shǎng赏jīn金Reward money or bounty.
- shuì税jīn金tax and duty; tax payment
- táo淘jīn金panning for gold
- tiē贴jīn金to gild, to apply gold leaf
- tūn吞jīn金Swallow gold
- xīn薪jīn金salary, pay
- yā押jīn金deposit, security deposit
- yě冶jīn金metallurgy
Idioms with 金
- jīn金fēng风sòng送shuǎng爽golden autumn wind brings refreshing coolness
- jīn金gāng刚nù怒mù目fierce, intimidating glare
- jīn金gāng刚yǎn眼jing睛eyes that see through deception
- jīn金gē戈tiě铁mǎ马military might and formidable warriors
- jīn金guāng光càn灿làn烂Dazzlingly brilliant golden light
- jīn金guāng光shǎn闪shǎn闪Glittering with golden light
- jīn金jī鸡dú独lì立stand on one leg
- jīn金kē科yù玉lǜ律inviolable laws or fundamental principles
- jīn金kǒu口yù玉yá牙speak with absolute authority and keep promises
- jīn金lán兰qì契yǒu友sworn friend
- jīn金qī漆fàn饭tǒng桶outwardly splendid but useless person
- jīn金shí石liáng良yán言invaluable advice
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Open the tool →Questions about 金
What does 金 mean in Chinese?
金 (jīn) means “A chemical element (Au” in Chinese.
How do you pronounce 金?
金 is pronounced jīn in Mandarin Chinese.
How many strokes does 金 have?
金 has 8 strokes.
How do you write 金?
金 is written in 8 strokes, starting from the radical 金. See the animated stroke order on this page.
What is the radical of 金?
The radical of 金 is 金, and 金 is a pictograph.