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昆

昆 (kūn) · elder brother

8 strokesTop–bottom

昆 (kūn) means “elder brother”. It is made of 日 + 比 and has 8 strokes.

Break 昆 into its parts

What 昆 is made of

昆 stroke order

昆 stroke order diagram: 8 strokes, numbered in writing order
昆 is written with 8 strokes. Follow the numbers: each circle marks where a stroke starts. See the stroke order rules.

Example sentences with 昆虫

蜜蜂是一种昆虫。Mìfēng shì yī zhǒng kūnchóng.The bee is a kind of insect.
弟弟喜欢观察昆虫。Dìdi xǐhuan guānchá kūnchóng.My little brother likes observing insects.

Words with 昆

Also built with 日

Quick facts

Pinyinkūn
Meaningelder brother
Strokes8
PatternTop–bottom

Questions about 昆

What does 昆 mean?

昆 (kūn) means “elder brother”.

How many strokes does 昆 have?

昆 has 8 strokes.

What parts make up 昆?

昆 is made of 日 (sun; day) and 比 (to compare).

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