COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 杈 is built
Traditional etymology note: Where two branches 木 fork 叉; 叉 also provides the pronunciation
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How to Write 杈 (chā) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
fork of a tree
chāTone 1 (High)Keep your pitch high and level.
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STROKE BY STROKE
Static stroke diagrams
Follow all 7 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
chā
杈
fork of a tree
Common words
chā
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fork of a tree
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 杈
Say “chā” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 7 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 杈
Common words and phrases
chā
fork of a tree
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 杈?
杈 is written with 7 strokes.
What does 杈 (chā) mean?
杈 (chā) means fork of a tree.
What is the radical of 杈?
The radical of 杈 is 木, associated with Not yet classified.