COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 侄 is built
Traditional etymology note: 亻 (person) suggests the meaning, while 至 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 侄 (zhí) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
brother's son; nephew
zhíTone 2 (Rising)Pitch goes up like asking ‘What?’
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STROKE BY STROKE
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Follow all 8 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
zhí
侄
brother's son; nephew
Common words
zhí zi
侄子
brother's son; nephew
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 侄
Say “zhí” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 8 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
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Common words and phrases
zhí zi
brother's son; nephew
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 侄?
侄 is written with 8 strokes.
What does 侄 (zhí) mean?
侄 (zhí) means brother's son; nephew.
What is the radical of 侄?
The radical of 侄 is 亻, associated with Not yet classified.