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How to Write 哉 (zāi) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet

(exclamatory or interrogative particle)

zāiTone 1 (High)Keep your pitch high and level.

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STROKE BY STROKE

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Follow all 9 strokes in the correct order.

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zāi

哉

(exclamatory or interrogative particle)

Common words

zāi

哉

(exclamatory or interrogative particle)

Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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Practice slowly. Accuracy comes before speed.StrokeSheet · 哉 · zāi

COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY

Understanding 哉

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Use the stroke animation above to study the character’s complete form.

Traditional etymology note: 口 (mouth) suggests the meaning, while the phonetic component suggests the pronunciation.

More “zai” characters →

LEARNING TIP

Remember 哉

Say “zāi” 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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WORDS WITH 哉

Common words and phrases

哉

zāi

(exclamatory or interrogative particle)

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Frequently asked questions

How many strokes are in 哉?

哉 is written with 9 strokes.

What does 哉 (zāi) mean?

哉 (zāi) means (exclamatory or interrogative particle).

What is the radical of 哉?

The radical of 哉 is 口, associated with Not yet classified.