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How to Write 已 (yǐ) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet

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already

Common words

yǐ jīng

已经

already

zǎo yǐ

早已

for a long time; long since; (dialect) in the past

bù yǐ

不已

(used after a verb) endlessly; incessantly

ér yǐ

而已

that's all; nothing more

bù dé yǐ

不得已

to act against one's will; to have no alternative but to; to have to; to have no choice

already; to stop; then; afterwards

Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY

Understanding 已

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Use the stroke animation above to study the character’s complete form.

A verified component breakdown for 已 is not available yet. Focus on its 3-stroke sequence, overall shape, and pronunciation “yǐ” while practicing.

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LEARNING TIP

Remember 已

Say “yǐ” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 3 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.

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WORDS WITH 已

Common words and phrases

已经

yǐ jīng

already

早已

zǎo yǐ

for a long time; long since; (dialect) in the past

不已

bù yǐ

(used after a verb) endlessly; incessantly

而已

ér yǐ

that's all; nothing more

不得已

bù dé yǐ

to act against one's will; to have no alternative but to; to have to; to have no choice

already; to stop; then; afterwards

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IN CONTEXT

Example sentences

这个字是“已”。

Zhège zì shì “yǐ”.

This character is “已”.

我正在学习“已”字。

Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “yǐ” zì.

I am learning the character “已”.

请写一遍“已”。

Qǐng xiě yí biàn “yǐ”.

Please write “已” once.

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Frequently asked questions

How many strokes are in 已?

已 is written with 3 strokes.

What does 已 (yǐ) mean?

已 (yǐ) means already.

What is the radical of 已?

The radical of 已 is 己, associated with Not yet classified.