COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 特 is built
Traditional etymology note: 牛 (ox) suggests the meaning, while 寺 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 特 (tè) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
special
tèTone 4 (Falling)Drop your pitch sharply and firmly.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
tè
特
special
Common words
tè bié
特别
unusual; special; very; especially; particularly; expressly; for a specific purpose; (often followed by 是[shi4]) in particular
tè diǎn
特点
characteristic (feature); trait; feature
dú tè
独特
unique; distinctive
tè chǎn
特产
special local product; (regional) specialty
tè sè
特色
characteristic; distinguishing feature or quality
tè shū
特殊
special; particular; unusual; extraordinary
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 特
Say “tè” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 10 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
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Common words and phrases
tè bié
unusual; special; very; especially; particularly; expressly; for a specific purpose; (often followed by 是[shi4]) in particular
tè diǎn
characteristic (feature); trait; feature
dú tè
unique; distinctive
tè chǎn
special local product; (regional) specialty
tè sè
characteristic; distinguishing feature or quality
tè shū
special; particular; unusual; extraordinary
IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“特”。
Zhège zì shì “tè”.
This character is “特”.
我正在学习“特”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “tè” zì.
I am learning the character “特”.
请写一遍“特”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “tè”.
Please write “特” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 特?
特 is written with 10 strokes.
What does 特 (tè) mean?
特 (tè) means special.
What is the radical of 特?
The radical of 特 is 牛, associated with Not yet classified.