COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 匝 is built
匝 can be remembered by breaking it into 匚 + 巾. Study each component first, then connect them in the character’s enclosure from left structure.
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How to Write 匝 (zā) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
(literary) to encircle; to go around; to surround
zāTone 1 (High)Keep your pitch high and level.
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STROKE BY STROKE
Static stroke diagrams
Follow all 5 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
zā
匝
(literary) to encircle; to go around; to surround
Common words
zā
匝
(literary) to encircle; to go around; to surround
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 匝
Say “zā” 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 匝
Common words and phrases
zā
(literary) to encircle; to go around; to surround
IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“匝”。
Zhège zì shì “zā”.
This character is “匝”.
我正在学习“匝”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “zā” zì.
I am learning the character “匝”.
请写一遍“匝”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “zā”.
Please write “匝” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 匝?
匝 is written with 5 strokes.
What does 匝 (zā) mean?
匝 (zā) means (literary) to encircle; to go around; to surround.
What is the radical of 匝?
The radical of 匝 is 匚, associated with Not yet classified.