COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 哎 is built
Traditional etymology note: 口 (mouth) suggests the meaning, while 艾 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 哎 (āi) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
hey!
āiTone 1 (High)Keep your pitch high and level.
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STROKE BY STROKE
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Follow all 8 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
āi
哎
hey!
Common words
āi yā
哎呀
interjection of wonder, shock or admiration
āi
哎
hey!; (interjection used to attract attention or to express surprise or disapprobation)
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 哎
Say “āi” 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 哎
Common words and phrases
āi yā
interjection of wonder, shock or admiration
āi
hey!; (interjection used to attract attention or to express surprise or disapprobation)
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 哎?
哎 is written with 8 strokes.
What does 哎 (āi) mean?
哎 (āi) means hey!.
What is the radical of 哎?
The radical of 哎 is 口, associated with Not yet classified.