上弦

上弦 shàng xián ㄕㄤˋ ㄒㄧㄢˊ soeng5 jin4

  • to wind up a watch, clockwork toy etc
  • to tighten the string of a bow, violin etc
  • first quarter (phase of the moon)

Stroke order

Practice writing

Draw 上 (1 of 2) — stroke by stroke.

Draw each stroke of the character in order using your mouse or finger. A hint appears after three misses.

Character breakdown