COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 齒 is built
Traditional etymology note: Upper and lower teeth 从; 止 provides the pronunciation
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How to Write 齒 (chǐ) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
teeth; gears, cogs; age
chǐTone 3 (Dipping)Let your pitch fall, then rise.
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STROKE BY STROKE
Static stroke diagrams
Follow all 15 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
chǐ
齒
teeth; gears, cogs; age
Common words
chǐ
齒
teeth; gears, cogs; age
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 齒
Say “chǐ” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 15 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 齒
Common words and phrases
chǐ
teeth; gears, cogs; age
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 齒?
齒 is written with 15 strokes.
What does 齒 (chǐ) mean?
齒 (chǐ) means teeth; gears, cogs; age.
What is the radical of 齒?
The radical of 齒 is 齒, associated with Not yet classified.