COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 坝 is built
Traditional etymology note: 土 (earth) suggests the meaning, while 贝 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 坝 (bà) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
dam
bàTone 4 (Falling)Drop your pitch sharply and firmly.
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STROKE BY STROKE
Static stroke diagrams
Follow all 7 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
bà
坝
dam
Common words
dī bà
堤坝
dam; dike
bà
坝
dam; dike; embankment
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 坝
Say “bà” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 7 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 坝
Common words and phrases
dī bà
dam; dike
bà
dam; dike; embankment
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 坝?
坝 is written with 7 strokes.
What does 坝 (bà) mean?
坝 (bà) means dam.
What is the radical of 坝?
The radical of 坝 is 土, associated with Not yet classified.