COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 咂 is built
Traditional etymology note: 口 (mouth) suggests the meaning, while 匝 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 咂 (zā) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
to sip
zāTone 1 (High)Keep your pitch high and level.
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STROKE BY STROKE
Static stroke diagrams
Follow all 8 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
zā
咂
to sip
Common words
zā
咂
to sip
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 咂
Say “zā” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 8 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 咂
Common words and phrases
zā
to sip
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 咂?
咂 is written with 8 strokes.
What does 咂 (zā) mean?
咂 (zā) means to sip.
What is the radical of 咂?
The radical of 咂 is 口, associated with Not yet classified.