COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 穸 is built
Traditional etymology note: A dark 夕 cave 穴; 夕 also provides the pronunciation
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How to Write 穸 (xī) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
tomb
xīTone 1 (High)Keep your pitch high and level.
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STROKE BY STROKE
Static stroke diagrams
Follow all 8 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
xī
穸
tomb
Common words
xī
穸
tomb
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 穸
Say “xī” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 8 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 穸
Common words and phrases
xī
tomb
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 穸?
穸 is written with 8 strokes.
What does 穸 (xī) mean?
穸 (xī) means tomb.
What is the radical of 穸?
The radical of 穸 is 穴, associated with Not yet classified.