COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 汊 is built
Traditional etymology note: A stream 氵 that forks 叉; 叉 also provides the pronunciation
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How to Write 汊 (chà) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
branching stream
chàTone 4 (Falling)Drop your pitch sharply and firmly.
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STROKE BY STROKE
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Follow all 6 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
chà
汊
branching stream
Common words
chà
汊
branching stream
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 汊
Say “chà” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 6 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
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Common words and phrases
chà
branching stream
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 汊?
汊 is written with 6 strokes.
What does 汊 (chà) mean?
汊 (chà) means branching stream.
What is the radical of 汊?
The radical of 汊 is 氵, associated with Not yet classified.