COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 宅 is built
Traditional etymology note: 宀 (roof) suggests the meaning, while 乇 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 宅 (zhái) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
residence
zháiTone 2 (Rising)Pitch goes up like asking ‘What?’
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STROKE BY STROKE
Static stroke diagrams
Follow all 6 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
zhái
宅
residence
Common words
zhù zhái
住宅
residence; dwelling; abode
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 宅
Say “zhái” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 6 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 宅
Common words and phrases
zhù zhái
residence; dwelling; abode
IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“宅”。
Zhège zì shì “zhái”.
This character is “宅”.
我正在学习“宅”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “zhái” zì.
I am learning the character “宅”.
请写一遍“宅”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “zhái”.
Please write “宅” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 宅?
宅 is written with 6 strokes.
What does 宅 (zhái) mean?
宅 (zhái) means residence.
What is the radical of 宅?
The radical of 宅 is 宀, associated with Not yet classified.