COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 低 is built
Traditional etymology note: 亻 suggests the meaning, while 氐 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 低 (dī) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
low
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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
dī
低
low
Common words
dī jià
低价
low price
dī wēn
低温
low temperature
dī yú
低于
to be lower than
jiàng dī
降低
to reduce; to lower; to bring down
dī tóu
低头
to bow the head; to yield; to give in
dī tàn
低碳
(attributive) low-carbon; low-carb (diet)
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 低
Say “dī” 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 低
Common words and phrases
dī jià
low price
dī wēn
low temperature
dī yú
to be lower than
jiàng dī
to reduce; to lower; to bring down
dī tóu
to bow the head; to yield; to give in
dī tàn
(attributive) low-carbon; low-carb (diet)
IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“低”。
Zhège zì shì “dī”.
This character is “低”.
我正在学习“低”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “dī” zì.
I am learning the character “低”.
请写一遍“低”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “dī”.
Please write “低” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 低?
低 is written with 7 strokes.
What does 低 (dī) mean?
低 (dī) means low.
What is the radical of 低?
The radical of 低 is 亻, associated with Not yet classified.