COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 祀 is built
Traditional etymology note: 礻 (spirit) suggests the meaning, while 巳 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 祀 (sì) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
to sacrifice
sìTone 4 (Falling)Drop your pitch sharply and firmly.
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STROKE BY STROKE
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Follow all 7 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
sì
祀
to sacrifice
Common words
jì sì
祭祀
to offer sacrifices to the gods or ancestors
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 祀
Say “sì” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 7 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
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Common words and phrases
jì sì
to offer sacrifices to the gods or ancestors
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 祀?
祀 is written with 7 strokes.
What does 祀 (sì) mean?
祀 (sì) means to sacrifice.
What is the radical of 祀?
The radical of 祀 is 礻, associated with Not yet classified.