COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 耶 is built
Traditional etymology note: 耳 (ear) suggests the meaning, while 阝 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 耶 (yē) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
(phonetic ye)
yēTone 1 (High)Keep your pitch high and level.
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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
yē
耶
(phonetic ye)
Common words
yē
耶
(phonetic ye)
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 耶
Say “yē” 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 耶
Common words and phrases
yē
(phonetic ye)
IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“耶”。
Zhège zì shì “yē”.
This character is “耶”.
我正在学习“耶”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “yē” zì.
I am learning the character “耶”.
请写一遍“耶”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “yē”.
Please write “耶” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 耶?
耶 is written with 8 strokes.
What does 耶 (yē) mean?
耶 (yē) means (phonetic ye).
What is the radical of 耶?
The radical of 耶 is 耳, associated with Not yet classified.