COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 炙 is built
Traditional etymology note: 火 (fire) suggests the meaning, while 月 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 炙 (zhì) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
to broil
zhìTone 4 (Falling)Drop your pitch sharply and firmly.
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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
zhì
炙
to broil
Common words
zhì
炙
to broil
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 炙
Say “zhì” 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.
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Common words and phrases
zhì
to broil
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 炙?
炙 is written with 8 strokes.
What does 炙 (zhì) mean?
炙 (zhì) means to broil.
What is the radical of 炙?
The radical of 炙 is 火, associated with Not yet classified.