COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 螅 is built
Traditional etymology note: 虫 (worm) suggests the meaning, while 息 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 螅 (xī) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
(intestinal worm)
xīTone 1 (High)Keep your pitch high and level.
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STROKE BY STROKE
Static stroke diagrams
Follow all 16 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
xī
螅
(intestinal worm)
Common words
xī
螅
(intestinal worm)
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 螅
Say “xī” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 16 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 螅
Common words and phrases
xī
(intestinal worm)
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 螅?
螅 is written with 16 strokes.
What does 螅 (xī) mean?
螅 (xī) means (intestinal worm).
What is the radical of 螅?
The radical of 螅 is 虫, associated with Not yet classified.