COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 帜 is built
Traditional etymology note: 巾 (curtain) suggests the meaning, while 只 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 帜 (zhì) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
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zhìTone 4 (Falling)Drop your pitch sharply and firmly.
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STROKE BY STROKE
Static stroke diagrams
Follow all 8 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
zhì
帜
flag
Common words
qí zhì
旗帜
ensign; flag
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 帜
Say “zhì” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 8 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 帜
Common words and phrases
qí zhì
ensign; flag
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 帜?
帜 is written with 8 strokes.
What does 帜 (zhì) mean?
帜 (zhì) means flag.
What is the radical of 帜?
The radical of 帜 is 巾, associated with Not yet classified.