COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 熄 is built
Traditional etymology note: To end 息 a flame 火; 息 also provides the pronunciation
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How to Write 熄 (xī) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
to extinguish
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STROKE BY STROKE
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Follow all 14 strokes in the correct order.
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xī
熄
to extinguish
Common words
xī huǒ
熄火
(of fire, lamp etc) to go out; to put out (fire); (fig.) to die down; (of a vehicle) to stall
xī miè
熄灭
to stop burning; to go out (of fire); to die out; extinguished
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 熄
Say “xī” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 14 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
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Common words and phrases
xī huǒ
(of fire, lamp etc) to go out; to put out (fire); (fig.) to die down; (of a vehicle) to stall
xī miè
to stop burning; to go out (of fire); to die out; extinguished
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 熄?
熄 is written with 14 strokes.
What does 熄 (xī) mean?
熄 (xī) means to extinguish.
What is the radical of 熄?
The radical of 熄 is 火, associated with Not yet classified.