How to Write 蓝 (lán)
Detailed Mastery Guide for 蓝
The character 蓝 (Traditional: 藍) is a fundamental part of the Chinese language, representing "Blue". In our Level 2 curriculum, we focus on the 18-step stroke sequence to ensure your handwriting is both fast and accurate.
Writing & Recognition
Proper stroke order is essential for character recognition and legibility. By following the animation above, you can see how the character is built from top to bottom and left to right. This character is often categorized under Colors & Stationery, making it a versatile addition to your vocabulary.
Key Vocabulary
Radical Breakdown
Breaking it down: The character 蓝 is built on the radical Grass (艹), number 140. Understanding radicals like this is a proven technique for accelerating vocabulary acquisition.
Etymology & Origins
Phono-semantic compound: 艹 (grass/plant) + 监 (phonetic), referring to the indigo plant used for blue dye.
Example Sentence
Simplified: 抬头看，天空是一片湛蓝。
tái tóu kàn, tiān kōng shì yī piàn zhàn lán.
Traditional: 抬頭看，天空是一片湛藍。
toi4 tau4 hon3, tin1 hung1 si6 jat1 pin3 zaam3 laam4.
"Look up; the sky is a deep blue."
Dialect Pronunciation
In Mandarin, this character is pronounced as lán. If you are learning Cantonese, the pronunciation is laam4. Use the audio buttons to hear the subtle tonal differences between the two major Chinese dialects.
Practice & Retention
To move this character from short-term to long-term memory, we recommend using our free practice sheet generator. Writing the character 10-15 times while following the correct sequence is a proven method for mastery.
Quick Self-Check
What is the meaning of '蓝'?
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