COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 契 is built
Traditional etymology note: A contract signed by cutting 刀 notches 丰 in wood 木 (now changed to 大)
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How to Write 契 (qì) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
to carve
qìTone 4 (Falling)Drop your pitch sharply and firmly.
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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
qì
契
to carve
Common words
mò qì
默契
tacit understanding; mutual understanding; rapport; connected at a deep level with each other
qì jī
契机
opportunity; turning point; juncture
qì yuē
契约
agreement; contract
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 契
Say “qì” 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.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 契
Common words and phrases
mò qì
tacit understanding; mutual understanding; rapport; connected at a deep level with each other
qì jī
opportunity; turning point; juncture
qì yuē
agreement; contract
IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“契”。
Zhège zì shì “qì”.
This character is “契”.
我正在学习“契”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “qì” zì.
I am learning the character “契”.
请写一遍“契”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “qì”.
Please write “契” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 契?
契 is written with 9 strokes.
What does 契 (qì) mean?
契 (qì) means to carve.
What is the radical of 契?
The radical of 契 is 大, associated with Not yet classified.