COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 牴 is built
Traditional etymology note: 牛 (ox) suggests the meaning, while 氐 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 牴 (dǐ) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
to butt
dǐTone 3 (Dipping)Let your pitch fall, then rise.
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STROKE BY STROKE
Static stroke diagrams
Follow all 9 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
dǐ
牴
to butt
Common words
dǐ
牴
to butt
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 牴
Say “dǐ” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 9 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 牴
Common words and phrases
dǐ
to butt
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 牴?
牴 is written with 9 strokes.
What does 牴 (dǐ) mean?
牴 (dǐ) means to butt.
What is the radical of 牴?
The radical of 牴 is 牛, associated with Not yet classified.