看
Character Breakdown
Components: 手 + 目
A hand shading the eyes — to look
Details
| Pinyin | kàn |
| Meanings | to look, see |
| Stroke Count | 9 |
| Radical | 目 (#109 — eye) |
| HSK Levels | HSK 1, HSK 2, HSK 4, HSK 5 |
| Frequency | #294 most common |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does 看 mean in Chinese?
看 (kàn) means "to look, see" in Chinese. It appears in HSK level 1, 2, 4, 5.
How many strokes does 看 have?
The Chinese character 看 has 9 strokes. Its radical is 目 (eye).
What is the radical of 看?
The radical of 看 is 目 (eye, Kangxi radical #109).