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How to Write 爾 (ěr) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet

you; that, those; final particle

ěrTone 3 (Dipping)Let your pitch fall, then rise.

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STROKE BY STROKE

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Follow all 14 strokes in the correct order.

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ěr

you; that, those; final particle

Common words

ěr

you; that, those; final particle

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

Understanding 爾

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

A verified component breakdown for 爾 is not available yet. Focus on its 14-stroke sequence, overall shape, and pronunciation “ěr” while practicing.

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LEARNING TIP

Remember 爾

Say “ěr” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 14 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.

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WORDS WITH 爾

Common words and phrases

ěr

you; that, those; final particle

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IN CONTEXT

Example sentences

这个字是“爾”。

Zhège zì shì “ěr”.

This character is “爾”.

我正在学习“爾”字。

Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “ěr” zì.

I am learning the character “爾”.

请写一遍“爾”。

Qǐng xiě yí biàn “ěr”.

Please write “爾” once.

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Frequently asked questions

How many strokes are in 爾?

爾 is written with 14 strokes.

What does 爾 (ěr) mean?

爾 (ěr) means you; that, those; final particle.

What is the radical of 爾?

The radical of 爾 is 爻, associated with Not yet classified.