COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 闺 is built
Traditional etymology note: 门 (gate) suggests the meaning, while 圭 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 闺 (guī) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
small arched door
guīTone 1 (High)Keep your pitch high and level.
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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
guī
闺
small arched door
Common words
guī nǚ
闺女
maiden; unmarried woman; (coll.) daughter
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 闺
Say “guī” 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.
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Common words and phrases
guī nǚ
maiden; unmarried woman; (coll.) daughter
IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“闺”。
Zhège zì shì “guī”.
This character is “闺”.
我正在学习“闺”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “guī” zì.
I am learning the character “闺”.
请写一遍“闺”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “guī”.
Please write “闺” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 闺?
闺 is written with 9 strokes.
What does 闺 (guī) mean?
闺 (guī) means small arched door.
What is the radical of 闺?
The radical of 闺 is 门, associated with Not yet classified.