COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 卑 is built
Traditional etymology note: A hand 又(altered) holding an empty shell 甲 (altered)
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How to Write 卑 (bēi) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
low
bēiTone 1 (High)Keep your pitch high and level.
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Follow all 8 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
bēi
卑
low
Common words
bēi bǐ
卑鄙
base; mean; contemptible; despicable
bēi wēi
卑微
lowly; humble
zì bēi
自卑
to have low self-esteem; to abase oneself
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 卑
Say “bēi” 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 卑
Common words and phrases
bēi bǐ
base; mean; contemptible; despicable
bēi wēi
lowly; humble
zì bēi
to have low self-esteem; to abase oneself
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 卑?
卑 is written with 8 strokes.
What does 卑 (bēi) mean?
卑 (bēi) means low.
What is the radical of 卑?
The radical of 卑 is 十, associated with Not yet classified.