COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 岂 is built
Traditional etymology note: 山 suggests the meaning, while 己 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 岂 (qǐ) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
old variant of 愷|恺[kai3]
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Follow all 6 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
qǐ
岂
old variant of 愷|恺[kai3]
Common words
qǐ yǒu cǐ lǐ
岂有此理
how can this be so? (idiom); preposterous; ridiculous; absurd
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 岂
Say “qǐ” 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 岂
Common words and phrases
qǐ yǒu cǐ lǐ
how can this be so? (idiom); preposterous; ridiculous; absurd
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 岂?
岂 is written with 6 strokes.
What does 岂 (qǐ) mean?
岂 (qǐ) means old variant of 愷|恺[kai3].
What is the radical of 岂?
The radical of 岂 is 山, associated with Not yet classified.