COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 宵 is built
Traditional etymology note: 宀 (roof) suggests the meaning, while 肖 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 宵 (xiāo) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
night
xiāoTone 1 (High)Keep your pitch high and level.
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Follow all 10 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
xiāo
宵
night
Common words
yuán xiāo
元宵
Lantern Festival; night of the 15th of the first lunar month; see also 元夜[yuan2 ye4]; sticky rice dumplings
tōng xiāo
通宵
all night; throughout the night
yè xiāo
夜宵
midnight snack
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 宵
Say “xiāo” 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.
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Common words and phrases
yuán xiāo
Lantern Festival; night of the 15th of the first lunar month; see also 元夜[yuan2 ye4]; sticky rice dumplings
tōng xiāo
all night; throughout the night
yè xiāo
midnight snack
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 宵?
宵 is written with 10 strokes.
What does 宵 (xiāo) mean?
宵 (xiāo) means night.
What is the radical of 宵?
The radical of 宵 is 宀, associated with Not yet classified.