COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 歹 is built
Traditional etymology note: A corpse
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How to Write 歹 (dǎi) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
bad
dǎiTone 3 (Dipping)Let your pitch fall, then rise.
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Follow all 4 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
dǎi
歹
bad
Common words
dǎi tú
歹徒
evildoer; malefactor; gangster; hoodlum
hǎo dǎi
好歹
good and bad; most unfortunate occurrence; in any case; whatever
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
歹
歹
歹
歹
歹
歹
歹
歹
LEARNING TIP
Remember 歹
Say “dǎi” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 4 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 歹
Common words and phrases
dǎi tú
evildoer; malefactor; gangster; hoodlum
hǎo dǎi
good and bad; most unfortunate occurrence; in any case; whatever
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 歹?
歹 is written with 4 strokes.
What does 歹 (dǎi) mean?
歹 (dǎi) means bad.
What is the radical of 歹?
The radical of 歹 is 歹, associated with Not yet classified.