COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 歧 is built
Traditional etymology note: 止 (stop) suggests the meaning, while 支 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 歧 (qí) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
divergent
qíTone 2 (Rising)Pitch goes up like asking ‘What?’
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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
qí
歧
divergent
Common words
fēn qí
分歧
divergent; difference (of opinion, position); disagreement; (math.) bifurcation
qí shì
歧视
to discriminate against; discrimination
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
歧
歧
歧
歧
歧
歧
歧
歧
LEARNING TIP
Remember 歧
Say “qí” 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 歧
Common words and phrases
fēn qí
divergent; difference (of opinion, position); disagreement; (math.) bifurcation
qí shì
to discriminate against; discrimination
IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“歧”。
Zhège zì shì “qí”.
This character is “歧”.
我正在学习“歧”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “qí” zì.
I am learning the character “歧”.
请写一遍“歧”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “qí”.
Please write “歧” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 歧?
歧 is written with 8 strokes.
What does 歧 (qí) mean?
歧 (qí) means divergent.
What is the radical of 歧?
The radical of 歧 is 止, associated with Not yet classified.