[[Radicals]] #Radicals #1-Stroke ## 丨 (gǔn) Kanxi Radical 2 ![[Radical 001 -丨 (gǔn).svg]] ## Meaning The radical 丨 (gǔn) is a vertical stroke used in Chinese characters. It is also known as a "one" stroke. This radical is sometimes referred to as a "pillar" or "line" radical. It is often used as a structural component in characters to help create symmetry and balance. ## Examples [[个 gè]] - measure word used to count individuals or items [[中 zhōng]] - center, middle [[丰 fēng]] - abundant, rich, or plump [[串 chuàn]] - a skewer, a string, or a series of things arranged in a row