COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 匦 is built
Traditional etymology note: 匚 (box) suggests the meaning, while 轨 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 匦 (guǐ) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
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guǐTone 3 (Dipping)Let your pitch fall, then rise.
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STROKE BY STROKE
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Follow all 8 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
guǐ
匦
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Common words
guǐ
匦
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Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 匦
Say “guǐ” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 8 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 匦
Common words and phrases
guǐ
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Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 匦?
匦 is written with 8 strokes.
What does 匦 (guǐ) mean?
匦 (guǐ) means small box.
What is the radical of 匦?
The radical of 匦 is 匚, associated with Not yet classified.