六
Six · Character component
Six, the number 6.
Originally depicted a roof or shelter with a person underneath. The shape evolved to represent the abstract concept of the number six through phonetic borrowing.
六 at a glance
- Meaning
- Six
- Strokes
- 4
- Characters
- 4
- Role
- Contributes meaning
Characters with 六 (3 of 4)
Frequently asked questions
What does the component 六 mean?
六 means "Six". In the characters that contain it, it contributes meaning.
How many Chinese characters contain 六?
4 characters in this dictionary contain 六, including ones at HSK 4.
How many strokes does 六 have?
六 is written in 4 strokes.