COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 伺 is built
Traditional etymology note: 亻 (person) suggests the meaning, while 司 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 伺 (sì) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
to watch
sìTone 4 (Falling)Drop your pitch sharply and firmly.
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STROKE BY STROKE
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Follow all 7 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
sì / cì
伺
to watch
Common words
cì hou
伺候
to serve; to wait upon
sì jī
伺机
to wait for an opportunity; to watch for one's chance
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 伺
Say “sì” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 7 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 伺
Common words and phrases
cì hou
to serve; to wait upon
sì jī
to wait for an opportunity; to watch for one's chance
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 伺?
伺 is written with 7 strokes.
What does 伺 (sì) mean?
伺 (sì) means to watch.
What is the radical of 伺?
The radical of 伺 is 亻, associated with Not yet classified.