COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 贳 is built
Traditional etymology note: 贝 (money) suggests the meaning, while 世 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 贳 (shì) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
to borrow
shìTone 4 (Falling)Drop your pitch sharply and firmly.
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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
shì
贳
to borrow
Common words
shì
贳
to borrow
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 贳
Say “shì” 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.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 贳
Common words and phrases
shì
to borrow
IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“贳”。
Zhège zì shì “shì”.
This character is “贳”.
我正在学习“贳”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “shì” zì.
I am learning the character “贳”.
请写一遍“贳”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “shì”.
Please write “贳” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 贳?
贳 is written with 9 strokes.
What does 贳 (shì) mean?
贳 (shì) means to borrow.
What is the radical of 贳?
The radical of 贳 is 贝, associated with Not yet classified.