COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 示 is built
Traditional etymology note: An altar
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How to Write 示 (shì) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
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shìTone 4 (Falling)Drop your pitch sharply and firmly.
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STROKE BY STROKE
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Follow all 5 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
shì
示
to show
Common words
biǎo shì
表示
(of sb) to express; to state; to show; (of sth) to indicate; to signify; to show; expression; manifestation
xiǎn shì
显示
to show; to illustrate; to display; to demonstrate
zhǎn shì
展示
to reveal; to display; to show; to exhibit
àn shì
暗示
to hint; to suggest; hint; suggestion
chū shì
出示
to show; to take out and show to others; to display
qǐ shì
启示
to reveal; to enlighten; enlightenment; revelation
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 示
Say “shì” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 5 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 示
Common words and phrases
biǎo shì
(of sb) to express; to state; to show; (of sth) to indicate; to signify; to show; expression; manifestation
xiǎn shì
to show; to illustrate; to display; to demonstrate
zhǎn shì
to reveal; to display; to show; to exhibit
àn shì
to hint; to suggest; hint; suggestion
chū shì
to show; to take out and show to others; to display
qǐ shì
to reveal; to enlighten; enlightenment; revelation
IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“示”。
Zhège zì shì “shì”.
This character is “示”.
我正在学习“示”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “shì” zì.
I am learning the character “示”.
请写一遍“示”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “shì”.
Please write “示” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 示?
示 is written with 5 strokes.
What does 示 (shì) mean?
示 (shì) means to show.
What is the radical of 示?
The radical of 示 is 示, associated with Not yet classified.