COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 枚 is built
Traditional etymology note: 木 (tree) suggests the meaning, while 攵 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 枚 (méi) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
classifier for small objects: coins, badges, rings, carved seals, chess pieces, eggs, fingerprints etc (more formal than 個|个[ge4])
méiTone 2 (Rising)Pitch goes up like asking ‘What?’
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STROKE BY STROKE
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Follow all 8 strokes in the correct order.
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méi
枚
classifier for small objects: coins, badges, rings, carved seals, chess pieces, eggs, fingerprints etc (more formal than 個|个[ge4])
Common words
méi
枚
classifier for small objects: coins, badges, rings, carved seals, chess pieces, eggs, fingerprints etc (more formal than 個|个[ge4]); classifier for bombs, missiles, satellites etc; (on product packaging) classifier for flat items (from Japanese 枚 "mai"); (old) stick used as a gag to prevent soldiers from talking while sneaking up on the enemy
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 枚
Say “méi” 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 枚
Common words and phrases
méi
classifier for small objects: coins, badges, rings, carved seals, chess pieces, eggs, fingerprints etc (more formal than 個|个[ge4]); classifier for bombs, missiles, satellites etc; (on product packaging) classifier for flat items (from Japanese 枚 "mai"); (old) stick used as a gag to prevent soldiers from talking while sneaking up on the enemy
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 枚?
枚 is written with 8 strokes.
What does 枚 (méi) mean?
枚 (méi) means classifier for small objects: coins, badges, rings, carved seals, chess pieces, eggs, fingerprints etc (more formal than 個|个[ge4]).
What is the radical of 枚?
The radical of 枚 is 木, associated with Not yet classified.