COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 壁 is built
Traditional etymology note: 土 (earth) suggests the meaning, while 辟 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 壁 (bì) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
wall
bìTone 4 (Falling)Drop your pitch sharply and firmly.
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STROKE BY STROKE
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Follow all 16 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
bì
壁
wall
Common words
gé bì
隔壁
next door; neighbor
qiáng bì
墙壁
wall
bì huà
壁画
mural (painting); fresco
bì lěi
壁垒
rampart; barrier
gē bì
戈壁
Gobi (desert)
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 壁
Say “bì” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 16 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 壁
Common words and phrases
gé bì
next door; neighbor
qiáng bì
wall
bì huà
mural (painting); fresco
bì lěi
rampart; barrier
gē bì
Gobi (desert)
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 壁?
壁 is written with 16 strokes.
What does 壁 (bì) mean?
壁 (bì) means wall.
What is the radical of 壁?
The radical of 壁 is 土, associated with Not yet classified.