COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 诔 is built
Traditional etymology note: 讠 (speech) suggests the meaning, while 耒 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 诔 (lěi) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
to eulogize the dead
lěiTone 3 (Dipping)Let your pitch fall, then rise.
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STROKE BY STROKE
Static stroke diagrams
Follow all 8 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
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to eulogize the dead
Common words
lěi
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to eulogize the dead
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 诔
Say “lěi” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 8 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
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Common words and phrases
lěi
to eulogize the dead
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 诔?
诔 is written with 8 strokes.
What does 诔 (lěi) mean?
诔 (lěi) means to eulogize the dead.
What is the radical of 诔?
The radical of 诔 is 讠, associated with Not yet classified.