COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 垩 is built
Traditional etymology note: 土 (earth) suggests the meaning, while 亚 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 垩 (è) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
to whitewash
èTone 4 (Falling)Drop your pitch sharply and firmly.
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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
è
垩
to whitewash
Common words
è
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to whitewash
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 垩
Say “è” 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 垩
Common words and phrases
è
to whitewash
IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“垩”。
Zhège zì shì “è”.
This character is “垩”.
我正在学习“垩”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “è” zì.
I am learning the character “垩”.
请写一遍“垩”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “è”.
Please write “垩” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 垩?
垩 is written with 9 strokes.
What does 垩 (è) mean?
垩 (è) means to whitewash.
What is the radical of 垩?
The radical of 垩 is 土, associated with Not yet classified.