COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 咨 is built
Traditional etymology note: 口 (mouth) suggests the meaning, while 次 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 咨 (zī) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
to consult
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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
zī
咨
to consult
Common words
zī xún
咨询
to consult; to seek advice; consultation; (sales) inquiry (formal)
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 咨
Say “zī” 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.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 咨
Common words and phrases
zī xún
to consult; to seek advice; consultation; (sales) inquiry (formal)
IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“咨”。
Zhège zì shì “zī”.
This character is “咨”.
我正在学习“咨”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “zī” zì.
I am learning the character “咨”.
请写一遍“咨”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “zī”.
Please write “咨” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 咨?
咨 is written with 9 strokes.
What does 咨 (zī) mean?
咨 (zī) means to consult.
What is the radical of 咨?
The radical of 咨 is 口, associated with Not yet classified.