COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 杯 is built
Traditional etymology note: 木 (tree) suggests the meaning, while 不 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 杯 (bēi) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
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bēiTone 1 (High)Keep your pitch high and level.
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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
bēi
杯
cup
Common words
bēi zi
杯子
cup; glass
gān bēi
干杯
to drink a toast; Cheers! (proposing a toast); Here's to you!; Bottoms up!
jiǎng bēi
奖杯
trophy cup
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 杯
Say “bēi” 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 杯
Common words and phrases
bēi zi
cup; glass
gān bēi
to drink a toast; Cheers! (proposing a toast); Here's to you!; Bottoms up!
jiǎng bēi
trophy cup
IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“杯”。
Zhège zì shì “bēi”.
This character is “杯”.
我正在学习“杯”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “bēi” zì.
I am learning the character “杯”.
请写一遍“杯”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “bēi”.
Please write “杯” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 杯?
杯 is written with 8 strokes.
What does 杯 (bēi) mean?
杯 (bēi) means cup.
What is the radical of 杯?
The radical of 杯 is 木, associated with Not yet classified.