COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 肋 is built
Traditional etymology note: ⺼ (flesh) suggests the meaning, while 力 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 肋 (lèi) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
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lèiTone 4 (Falling)Drop your pitch sharply and firmly.
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STROKE BY STROKE
Static stroke diagrams
Follow all 6 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
lèi
肋
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Common words
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Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 肋
Say “lèi” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 6 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
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Common words and phrases
lèi
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IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“肋”。
Zhège zì shì “lèi”.
This character is “肋”.
我正在学习“肋”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “lèi” zì.
I am learning the character “肋”.
请写一遍“肋”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “lèi”.
Please write “肋” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 肋?
肋 is written with 6 strokes.
What does 肋 (lèi) mean?
肋 (lèi) means rib.
What is the radical of 肋?
The radical of 肋 is ⺼, associated with Not yet classified.