COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 肌 is built
Traditional etymology note: ⺼ (flesh) suggests the meaning, while 几 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 肌 (jī) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
(bound form) flesh; muscle
jīTone 1 (High)Keep your pitch high and level.
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Follow all 6 strokes in the correct order.
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jī
肌
(bound form) flesh; muscle
Common words
jī ròu
肌肉
muscle; flesh
jī fū
肌肤
skin; flesh; fig. close physical relationship
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 肌
Say “jī” 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.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 肌
Common words and phrases
jī ròu
muscle; flesh
jī fū
skin; flesh; fig. close physical relationship
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 肌?
肌 is written with 6 strokes.
What does 肌 (jī) mean?
肌 (jī) means (bound form) flesh; muscle.
What is the radical of 肌?
The radical of 肌 is ⺼, associated with Not yet classified.