COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 背 is built
Traditional etymology note: ⺼ (flesh) suggests the meaning, while 北 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 背 (bèi) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
the back of a body or object
bèiTone 4 (Falling)Drop your pitch sharply and firmly.
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STROKE BY STROKE
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Follow all 9 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
bèi / bēi
背
the back of a body or object
Common words
bēi bāo
背包
knapsack; rucksack; infantry pack; field pack
bèi hòu
背后
behind; at the back; in the rear; behind sb's back
bèi jǐng
背景
background; backdrop; context; (fig.) powerful backer
bèi xīn
背心
sleeveless garment (vest, waistcoat, singlet, tank top etc)
bēi fù
背负
to bear; to carry on one's back; to shoulder
bèi miàn
背面
the back; the reverse side; the wrong side
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
背
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 背
Say “bèi” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 9 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 背
Common words and phrases
bēi bāo
knapsack; rucksack; infantry pack; field pack
bèi hòu
behind; at the back; in the rear; behind sb's back
bèi jǐng
background; backdrop; context; (fig.) powerful backer
bèi xīn
sleeveless garment (vest, waistcoat, singlet, tank top etc)
bēi fù
to bear; to carry on one's back; to shoulder
bèi miàn
the back; the reverse side; the wrong side
IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“背”。
Zhège zì shì “bèi”.
This character is “背”.
我正在学习“背”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “bèi” zì.
I am learning the character “背”.
请写一遍“背”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “bèi”.
Please write “背” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 背?
背 is written with 9 strokes.
What does 背 (bèi) mean?
背 (bèi) means the back of a body or object.
What is the radical of 背?
The radical of 背 is ⺼, associated with Not yet classified.