COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 阶 is built
Traditional etymology note: 阝 (hill) suggests the meaning, while 介 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 阶 (jiē) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
rank or step
jiēTone 1 (High)Keep your pitch high and level.
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STROKE BY STROKE
Static stroke diagrams
Follow all 6 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
jiē
阶
rank or step
Common words
jiē duàn
阶段
stage; section; phase; period
tái jiē
台阶
steps; flight of steps; step (over obstacle); fig. way out of an embarrassing situation
jiē céng
阶层
social class
jiē jí
阶级
(social) class
jiē tī
阶梯
flight of steps; (fig.) stepping stone; way to reach the goal of
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 阶
Say “jiē” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 6 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 阶
Common words and phrases
jiē duàn
stage; section; phase; period
tái jiē
steps; flight of steps; step (over obstacle); fig. way out of an embarrassing situation
jiē céng
social class
jiē jí
(social) class
jiē tī
flight of steps; (fig.) stepping stone; way to reach the goal of
IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“阶”。
Zhège zì shì “jiē”.
This character is “阶”.
我正在学习“阶”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “jiē” zì.
I am learning the character “阶”.
请写一遍“阶”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “jiē”.
Please write “阶” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 阶?
阶 is written with 6 strokes.
What does 阶 (jiē) mean?
阶 (jiē) means rank or step.
What is the radical of 阶?
The radical of 阶 is 阝, associated with Not yet classified.