COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 坯 is built
Traditional etymology note: 土 (earth) suggests the meaning, while 丕 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 坯 (pī) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
blank (e.g. for a coin)
pīTone 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
pī
坯
blank (e.g. for a coin)
Common words
pī
坯
blank (e.g. for a coin)
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 坯
Say “pī” 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 坯
Common words and phrases
pī
blank (e.g. for a coin)
IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“坯”。
Zhège zì shì “pī”.
This character is “坯”.
我正在学习“坯”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “pī” zì.
I am learning the character “坯”.
请写一遍“坯”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “pī”.
Please write “坯” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 坯?
坯 is written with 8 strokes.
What does 坯 (pī) mean?
坯 (pī) means blank (e.g. for a coin).
What is the radical of 坯?
The radical of 坯 is 土, associated with Not yet classified.