the writer of the piece; used by the author to refer to themselves as "I"

notebook for writing or taking notes

records or notes taken during a class, meeting, or while reading

pencil; lead pencil

the appearance and characteristics of a person's writing; hand

written examination; paper test

a large amount of money; a large batch

To write something personally; in one's own hand

the wording and purport of what one writes; an author's phrasing or underlying meaning

A great literary work or an outstanding piece of calligraphy or painting

to put down in writing; to take down notes; to record by hand

pen with a metal nib (including fountain pens and dip pens)

as straight as a pen; bolt upright; straight as a ramrod

Traditional Chinese writing brush used for calligraphy and painting, typically made from animal hair such as rabbit, goat, or weasel; also called [[墨笔|墨筆|mo4 bi3]].

pen and ink; refers to the tools used for writing or painting

a literary genre consisting of short, informal essays or sketches that blend narration with personal reflection and commentary

chalk; stick of chalk used for writing on a blackboard

The style, skill, or technique used in a piece of writing; literary talent

a colored drawing stick made from a mixture of wax and pigment

individual strokes that make up a Chinese character, such as lines, dots, or hooks

Literary device where hints or clues are placed earlier in a text to prepare for later events or developments.

To cancel everything with a single stroke of the pen; to write off a debt, a grudge, or a past history entirely.

painting brush; artist's brush

ballpoint pen; commonly used in Mainland China and also known as [[油笔|油筆|you2 bi3]]

to write or take up the pen; often refers to doing the actual writing or drafting, especially for a collective work or on behalf of others

someone's original handwriting, painting, or calligraphy; a personal autograph

an assumed name used by an author when publishing their work; pseudonym

to take up a pen; to start writing; to begin a piece of writing or calligraphy

A faulty stroke in calligraphy or painting; a flawed passage or poor expression in a piece of writing.

the mark left by a brush in painting or calligraphy; brushwork; the technique of using a brush

To take up the pen; to start writing or painting

well-pressed and smooth; trim; used to describe clothing like suits or trousers

Technique of using a brush or pen in calligraphy, writing, or drawing; the physical manner of brushwork.

To write letters, articles, or other documents on behalf of someone else.

to put pen to paper; to begin to write or paint

Traditional Chinese painting method characterized by meticulous brush technique and detailed description.

The person responsible for writing editorial commentary or leading the writing for a newspaper or magazine

A gathering or symposium of writers and artists to exchange ideas, discuss specific topics, or create works together.

the tip or point of a writing instrument such as a pen, pencil, or brush

the strokes used to write a Chinese character

the brush stroke that dots in the eyes; adding the vital finishing touch or the crucial point that brings a subject to life

to condemn or attack a person or their actions through both spoken words and written text

The tip of a pen; a pen point or nib.

A tube-shaped container for holding writing brushes or pens, often made of ceramics, bamboo, or wood

a rack or stand used for resting or hanging brushes and pens; typically made of ceramic, wood, or metal

A brilliant idea, wonderful turn of phrase, or inspired piece of work that seems to come from divine inspiration.

the style or tone of a piece of writing

colored pen; writing or drawing instrument with colored ink or lead, such as a crayon or colored pencil

to put pen to paper; to start to write or draw