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How to Write 灰 (huī) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet

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huīTone 1 (High)Keep your pitch high and level.

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STROKE BY STROKE

Static stroke diagrams

Follow all 6 strokes in the correct order.

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huī

ash

Common words

huī sè

灰色

gray; ash gray; grizzly; pessimistic

huī chén

灰尘

dust

huī xīn

灰心

to lose heart; to be discouraged

huī

ash; dust; lime; gray

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

Understanding 灰

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

Traditional etymology note: The remains of a fire 火; 火 also provides the pronunciation

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LEARNING TIP

Remember 灰

Say “huī” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 6 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.

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WORDS WITH 灰

Common words and phrases

灰色

huī sè

gray; ash gray; grizzly; pessimistic

灰尘

huī chén

dust

灰心

huī xīn

to lose heart; to be discouraged

huī

ash; dust; lime; gray

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IN CONTEXT

Example sentences

这个字是“灰”。

Zhège zì shì “huī”.

This character is “灰”.

我正在学习“灰”字。

Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “huī” zì.

I am learning the character “灰”.

请写一遍“灰”。

Qǐng xiě yí biàn “huī”.

Please write “灰” once.

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Frequently asked questions

How many strokes are in 灰?

灰 is written with 6 strokes.

What does 灰 (huī) mean?

灰 (huī) means ash.

What is the radical of 灰?

The radical of 灰 is 火, associated with Not yet classified.