COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 祗 is built
Traditional etymology note: 礻 (spirit) suggests the meaning, while 氐 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 祗 (zhī) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
respectful (ly)
zhīTone 1 (High)Keep your pitch high and level.
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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
zhī
祗
respectful (ly)
Common words
zhī
祗
respectful (ly)
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 祗
Say “zhī” 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.
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Common words and phrases
zhī
respectful (ly)
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 祗?
祗 is written with 9 strokes.
What does 祗 (zhī) mean?
祗 (zhī) means respectful (ly).
What is the radical of 祗?
The radical of 祗 is 礻, associated with Not yet classified.