COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 宰 is built
Traditional etymology note: A barracks 宀 where slaves 辛 live
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How to Write 宰 (zǎi) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
to slaughter; to butcher; to kill (animals etc)
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STROKE BY STROKE
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Follow all 10 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
zǎi
宰
to slaughter; to butcher; to kill (animals etc)
Common words
zhǔ zǎi
主宰
to dominate; to rule; to dictate; master
zǎi
宰
to slaughter; to butcher; to kill (animals etc); (coll.) to fleece; to rip off; to overcharge; (bound form) to govern; to rule; (bound form) (a title for certain government officials in ancient China)
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
宰
宰
宰
宰
宰
宰
宰
宰
LEARNING TIP
Remember 宰
Say “zǎi” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 10 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 宰
Common words and phrases
zhǔ zǎi
to dominate; to rule; to dictate; master
zǎi
to slaughter; to butcher; to kill (animals etc); (coll.) to fleece; to rip off; to overcharge; (bound form) to govern; to rule; (bound form) (a title for certain government officials in ancient China)
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 宰?
宰 is written with 10 strokes.
What does 宰 (zǎi) mean?
宰 (zǎi) means to slaughter; to butcher; to kill (animals etc).
What is the radical of 宰?
The radical of 宰 is 宀, associated with Not yet classified.