south · Character component

south; southern; southward

A musical bell

南 at a glance

Meaning
south
Strokes
9
Characters
6
Role
Contributes sound

Characters with 南

HSK 5 · 1

Beyond HSK · 5

Frequently asked questions

What does the component 南 mean?

南 means "south". In the characters that contain it, it contributes sound.

How many Chinese characters contain 南?

6 characters in this dictionary contain 南, including ones at HSK 5.

How many strokes does 南 have?

南 is written in 9 strokes.