COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 威 is built
Traditional etymology note: Dominating a woman 女 by force of arms 戈
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How to Write 威 (wēi) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
power
wēiTone 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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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
wēi
威
power
Common words
wēi xié
威胁
to threaten; to menace
quán wēi
权威
authority; authoritative; power and prestige
shì wēi
示威
to demonstrate (as a protest); a demonstration; a military show of force
wēi fēng
威风
might; awe-inspiring authority; impressive
wēi lì
威力
might; formidable power
wēi shè
威慑
to deter
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 威
Say “wēi” 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 威
Common words and phrases
wēi xié
to threaten; to menace
quán wēi
authority; authoritative; power and prestige
shì wēi
to demonstrate (as a protest); a demonstration; a military show of force
wēi fēng
might; awe-inspiring authority; impressive
wēi lì
might; formidable power
wēi shè
to deter
IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“威”。
Zhège zì shì “wēi”.
This character is “威”.
我正在学习“威”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “wēi” zì.
I am learning the character “威”.
请写一遍“威”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “wēi”.
Please write “威” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 威?
威 is written with 9 strokes.
What does 威 (wēi) mean?
威 (wēi) means power.
What is the radical of 威?
The radical of 威 is 女, associated with Not yet classified.