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How to Write 旗 (qí) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet

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Tone 2 (Rising)Pitch goes up like asking ‘What?’

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STROKE BY STROKE

Static stroke diagrams

Follow all 14 strokes in the correct order.

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Common words

guó qí

国旗

flag (of a country)

jǐn qí

锦旗

silk banner (as an award or gift)

qí páo

旗袍

Chinese-style dress; cheongsam

qí zhì

旗帜

ensign; flag

Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY

Understanding 旗

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Use the stroke animation above to study the character’s complete form.

Traditional etymology note: 方 (square) suggests the meaning, while 其 suggests the pronunciation.

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LEARNING TIP

Remember 旗

Say “qí” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 14 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.

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WORDS WITH 旗

Common words and phrases

国旗

guó qí

flag (of a country)

锦旗

jǐn qí

silk banner (as an award or gift)

旗袍

qí páo

Chinese-style dress; cheongsam

旗帜

qí zhì

ensign; flag

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IN CONTEXT

Example sentences

这个字是“旗”。

Zhège zì shì “qí”.

This character is “旗”.

我正在学习“旗”字。

Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “qí” zì.

I am learning the character “旗”.

请写一遍“旗”。

Qǐng xiě yí biàn “qí”.

Please write “旗” once.

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Frequently asked questions

How many strokes are in 旗?

旗 is written with 14 strokes.

What does 旗 (qí) mean?

旗 (qí) means banner.

What is the radical of 旗?

The radical of 旗 is 方, associated with Not yet classified.