COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 匣 is built
Traditional etymology note: 匚 (box) suggests the meaning, while 甲 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 匣 (xiá) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
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xiáTone 2 (Rising)Pitch goes up like asking ‘What?’
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STROKE BY STROKE
Static stroke diagrams
Follow all 7 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
xiá
匣
box
Common words
xiá
匣
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Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 匣
Say “xiá” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 7 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 匣
Common words and phrases
xiá
box
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 匣?
匣 is written with 7 strokes.
What does 匣 (xiá) mean?
匣 (xiá) means box.
What is the radical of 匣?
The radical of 匣 is 匚, associated with Not yet classified.