COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 咿 is built
Traditional etymology note: 口 (mouth) suggests the meaning, while 伊 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 咿 (yī) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
(onom.) to squeak
yīTone 1 (High)Keep your pitch high and level.
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STROKE BY STROKE
Static stroke diagrams
Follow all 9 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
yī
咿
(onom.) to squeak
Common words
yī
咿
(onom.) to squeak
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 咿
Say “yī” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 9 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
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Common words and phrases
yī
(onom.) to squeak
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 咿?
咿 is written with 9 strokes.
What does 咿 (yī) mean?
咿 (yī) means (onom.) to squeak.
What is the radical of 咿?
The radical of 咿 is 口, associated with Not yet classified.