Welcome to the radicals search section! Radicals are the basic graphical components that make up Chinese characters. There are 214 traditional radicals, systematically organized by stroke count.
How to use the radicals table
- Select the stroke count of the radical (from 1 to 17)
- Find the desired radical in the list and click on it
- Explore characters grouped by the number of additional strokes
- Click on a character to view its detailed entry
Why is this useful?
Radical-based search is one of the traditional methods for working with Chinese dictionaries. It is especially helpful when you encounter an unfamiliar character but do not know its pronunciation. By identifying the radical and counting the remaining strokes, you can quickly find the entry you need.
If you cannot find a radical or character you need, let us know and we will add it in the next update.