COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 拶 is built
Traditional etymology note: 扌 (hand) suggests the meaning, while the phonetic component suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 拶 (zā) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
(literary) to force; to coerce
zāTone 1 (High)Keep your pitch high and level.
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STROKE BY STROKE
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Follow all 9 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
zā
拶
(literary) to force; to coerce
Common words
zā
拶
(literary) to force; to coerce
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 拶
Say “zā” 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 拶
Common words and phrases
zā
(literary) to force; to coerce
IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“拶”。
Zhège zì shì “zā”.
This character is “拶”.
我正在学习“拶”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “zā” zì.
I am learning the character “拶”.
请写一遍“拶”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “zā”.
Please write “拶” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 拶?
拶 is written with 9 strokes.
What does 拶 (zā) mean?
拶 (zā) means (literary) to force; to coerce.
What is the radical of 拶?
The radical of 拶 is 扌, associated with Not yet classified.