COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 匕 is built
Traditional etymology note: A spoon
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How to Write 匕 (bǐ) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
dagger
bǐTone 3 (Dipping)Let your pitch fall, then rise.
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STROKE BY STROKE
Static stroke diagrams
Follow all 2 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
bǐ
匕
dagger
Common words
bǐ
匕
dagger
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 匕
Say “bǐ” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 2 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 匕
Common words and phrases
bǐ
dagger
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 匕?
匕 is written with 2 strokes.
What does 匕 (bǐ) mean?
匕 (bǐ) means dagger.
What is the radical of 匕?
The radical of 匕 is 匕, associated with Not yet classified.