COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 苡 is built
Traditional etymology note: 艹 (grass) suggests the meaning, while 以 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 苡 (yǐ) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
common plantain (Plantago major)
yǐTone 3 (Dipping)Let your pitch fall, then rise.
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STROKE BY STROKE
Static stroke diagrams
Follow all 7 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
yǐ
苡
common plantain (Plantago major)
Common words
yǐ
苡
common plantain (Plantago major)
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 苡
Say “yǐ” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 7 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
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Common words and phrases
yǐ
common plantain (Plantago major)
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 苡?
苡 is written with 7 strokes.
What does 苡 (yǐ) mean?
苡 (yǐ) means common plantain (Plantago major).
What is the radical of 苡?
The radical of 苡 is 艹, associated with Not yet classified.