COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 臿 is built
Traditional etymology note: A mortar 臼 and pestle 千
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How to Write 臿 (chā) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
to separate the grain from the husk
chāTone 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
chā
臿
to separate the grain from the husk
Common words
chā
臿
to separate the grain from the husk
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 臿
Say “chā” 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
chā
to separate the grain from the husk
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 臿?
臿 is written with 9 strokes.
What does 臿 (chā) mean?
臿 (chā) means to separate the grain from the husk.
What is the radical of 臿?
The radical of 臿 is 臼, associated with Not yet classified.