COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 加 is built
Traditional etymology note: Supporting a cause with the strength 力 of one's words 口
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How to Write 加 (jiā) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
to add
jiāTone 1 (High)Keep your pitch high and level.
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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
jiā
加
to add
Common words
cān jiā
参加
to participate; to take part; to join
gèng jiā
更加
more (than sth else); even more
jiā bān
加班
to work overtime
jiā kuài
加快
to accelerate; to speed up
jiā qiáng
加强
to reinforce; to strengthen; to enhance
jiā rù
加入
to become a member; to join; to mix into; to participate in
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
加
加
加
加
加
加
加
加
LEARNING TIP
Remember 加
Say “jiā” 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.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 加
Common words and phrases
cān jiā
to participate; to take part; to join
gèng jiā
more (than sth else); even more
jiā bān
to work overtime
jiā kuài
to accelerate; to speed up
jiā qiáng
to reinforce; to strengthen; to enhance
jiā rù
to become a member; to join; to mix into; to participate in
IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“加”。
Zhège zì shì “jiā”.
This character is “加”.
我正在学习“加”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “jiā” zì.
I am learning the character “加”.
请写一遍“加”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “jiā”.
Please write “加” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 加?
加 is written with 5 strokes.
What does 加 (jiā) mean?
加 (jiā) means to add.
What is the radical of 加?
The radical of 加 is 力, associated with Not yet classified.