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How to Write 巳 (sì) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet

6th earthly branch: 9-11 a.m., 4th solar month (5th May-5th June), year of the Snake

Tone 4 (Falling)Drop your pitch sharply and firmly.

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STROKE BY STROKE

Static stroke diagrams

Follow all 3 strokes in the correct order.

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6th earthly branch: 9-11 a.m., 4th solar month (5th May-5th June), year of the Snake

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6th earthly branch: 9-11 a.m., 4th solar month (5th May-5th June), year of the Snake

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

Understanding 巳

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

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

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LEARNING TIP

Remember 巳

Say “sì” 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 巳

Common words and phrases

6th earthly branch: 9-11 a.m., 4th solar month (5th May-5th June), year of the Snake

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IN CONTEXT

Example sentences

这个字是“巳”。

Zhège zì shì “sì”.

This character is “巳”.

我正在学习“巳”字。

Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “sì” zì.

I am learning the character “巳”.

请写一遍“巳”。

Qǐng xiě yí biàn “sì”.

Please write “巳” once.

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Frequently asked questions

How many strokes are in 巳?

巳 is written with 3 strokes.

What does 巳 (sì) mean?

巳 (sì) means 6th earthly branch: 9-11 a.m., 4th solar month (5th May-5th June), year of the Snake.

What is the radical of 巳?

The radical of 巳 is 巳, associated with Not yet classified.