COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 姪 is built
Traditional etymology note: 女 (woman) suggests the meaning, while 至 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 姪 (zhí) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
niece
zhíTone 2 (Rising)Pitch goes up like asking ‘What?’
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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
zhí
姪
niece
Common words
zhí
姪
niece
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 姪
Say “zhí” 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 姪
Common words and phrases
zhí
niece
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 姪?
姪 is written with 9 strokes.
What does 姪 (zhí) mean?
姪 (zhí) means niece.
What is the radical of 姪?
The radical of 姪 is 女, associated with Not yet classified.