COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 仕 is built
Traditional etymology note: 亻 (person) suggests the meaning, while 士 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 仕 (shì) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
to serve as an official
shìTone 4 (Falling)Drop your pitch sharply and firmly.
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STROKE BY STROKE
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Follow all 5 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
shì
仕
to serve as an official
Common words
shì
仕
to serve as an official
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 仕
Say “shì” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 5 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
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Common words and phrases
shì
to serve as an official
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 仕?
仕 is written with 5 strokes.
What does 仕 (shì) mean?
仕 (shì) means to serve as an official.
What is the radical of 仕?
The radical of 仕 is 亻, associated with Not yet classified.