COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
Understanding 纟
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Use the stroke animation above to study the character’s complete form.
Traditional etymology note: A twisted strand of silk; see 糸
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How to Write 纟 (sī) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
"silk" radical in Chinese characters (Kangxi radical 120), occurring in 紅|红[hong2], 綠|绿[lu:4], 累[lei4] etc
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STROKE BY STROKE
Static stroke diagrams
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
sī
纟
"silk" radical in Chinese characters (Kangxi radical 120), occurring in 紅|红[hong2], 綠|绿[lu:4], 累[lei4] etc
Common words
sī
纟
"silk" radical in Chinese characters (Kangxi radical 120), occurring in 紅|红[hong2], 綠|绿[lu:4], 累[lei4] etc
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 纟
Say “sī” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 3 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
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Common words and phrases
sī
"silk" radical in Chinese characters (Kangxi radical 120), occurring in 紅|红[hong2], 綠|绿[lu:4], 累[lei4] etc
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 纟?
纟 is written with 3 strokes.
What does 纟 (sī) mean?
纟 (sī) means "silk" radical in Chinese characters (Kangxi radical 120), occurring in 紅|红[hong2], 綠|绿[lu:4], 累[lei4] etc.
What is the radical of 纟?
The radical of 纟 is 纟, associated with Not yet classified.