COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 剋 is built
Traditional etymology note: A weapon 刂 used to subdue 十 a beast 兄
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How to Write 剋 (kēi) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
to scold
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STROKE BY STROKE
Static stroke diagrams
Follow all 9 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
kēi
剋
to scold
Common words
kēi
剋
to scold
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 剋
Say “kēi” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 9 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 剋
Common words and phrases
kēi
to scold
IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“剋”。
Zhège zì shì “kēi”.
This character is “剋”.
我正在学习“剋”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “kēi” zì.
I am learning the character “剋”.
请写一遍“剋”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “kēi”.
Please write “剋” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 剋?
剋 is written with 9 strokes.
What does 剋 (kēi) mean?
剋 (kēi) means to scold.
What is the radical of 剋?
The radical of 剋 is 刂, associated with Not yet classified.