COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
Understanding 乂
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Use the stroke animation above to study the character’s complete form.
Traditional etymology note: Shears, for cultivating a garden
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How to Write 乂 (yì) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
to regulate
yìTone 4 (Falling)Drop your pitch sharply and firmly.
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STROKE BY STROKE
Static stroke diagrams
Follow all 2 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
yì
乂
to regulate
Common words
yì
乂
to regulate
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 乂
Say “yì” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 2 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 乂
Common words and phrases
yì
to regulate
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 乂?
乂 is written with 2 strokes.
What does 乂 (yì) mean?
乂 (yì) means to regulate.
What is the radical of 乂?
The radical of 乂 is 丿, associated with Not yet classified.