Character Animation

Character: 沿

Pinyin: yán (yan2)

Meaning: along / to follow (a line, tradition etc) / to carry on / to trim (a border with braid, tape etc) / border / edge

Practice Writing

Click "Start Practice" to draw the character "沿" with your mouse

Stroke Breakdown

Learning Tips

  • Watch the animation carefully to understand the stroke order and direction
  • Study the stroke breakdown section to learn the shape of each stroke
  • Practice on paper multiple times, paying attention to the start, middle, and end of each stroke
  • The animation loops automatically so you can watch and learn repeatedly