COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 咀 is built
Traditional etymology note: 口 (mouth) suggests the meaning, while 且 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 咀 (zuǐ) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
to chew
zuǐTone 3 (Dipping)Let your pitch fall, then rise.
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STROKE BY STROKE
Static stroke diagrams
Follow all 8 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
zuǐ / jǔ
咀
to chew
Common words
jǔ jué
咀嚼
to chew; to think over
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
咀
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咀
咀
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 咀
Say “zuǐ” 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.
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Common words and phrases
jǔ jué
to chew; to think over
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 咀?
咀 is written with 8 strokes.
What does 咀 (zuǐ) mean?
咀 (zuǐ) means to chew.
What is the radical of 咀?
The radical of 咀 is 口, associated with Not yet classified.