root · Character component

root, origin, source; basis

A tree 木 with its roots highlighted

本 at a glance

Meaning
root
Strokes
5
Characters
5
Role
Contributes sound

Characters with 本 (4 of 5)

HSK 2 · 1

HSK 4 · 1

Beyond HSK · 2

Frequently asked questions

What does the component 本 mean?

本 means "root". In the characters that contain it, it contributes sound.

How many Chinese characters contain 本?

5 characters in this dictionary contain 本, including ones at HSK 2, HSK 4.

How many strokes does 本 have?

本 is written in 5 strokes.