COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 辟 is built
Traditional etymology note: A body 尸 decapitated 口 by a sword 辛 , representing the law
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How to Write 辟 (pì) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
(literary) king; monarch
pìTone 4 (Falling)Drop your pitch sharply and firmly.
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STROKE BY STROKE
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Follow all 13 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
pì
辟
(literary) king; monarch
Common words
kāi pì
开辟
to open up; to set up; to establish
kāi tiān pì dì
开天辟地
to split heaven and earth apart (idiom); refers to the Pangu 盤古|盘古[Pan2 gu3] creation myth
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 辟
Say “pì” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 13 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 辟
Common words and phrases
kāi pì
to open up; to set up; to establish
kāi tiān pì dì
to split heaven and earth apart (idiom); refers to the Pangu 盤古|盘古[Pan2 gu3] creation myth
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 辟?
辟 is written with 13 strokes.
What does 辟 (pì) mean?
辟 (pì) means (literary) king; monarch.
What is the radical of 辟?
The radical of 辟 is 辛, associated with Not yet classified.