COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 规 is built
Traditional etymology note: 见 (observe) suggests the meaning, while 夫 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 规 (guī) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
compass
guīTone 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
guī
规
compass
Common words
guī dìng
规定
to stipulate; to specify; to prescribe; to fix (a price); to set (a quota); regulations; rules; provisions; stipulations
guī lǜ
规律
rule (e.g. of science); law of behavior; regular pattern; rhythm
guī mó
规模
scale; scope; extent
guī zé
规则
rule; regulation; rules and regulations
cháng guī
常规
code of conduct; conventions; common practice; routine (medical procedure etc)
fǎ guī
法规
legislation; statute
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
规
规
规
规
规
规
规
规
LEARNING TIP
Remember 规
Say “guī” 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 规
Common words and phrases
guī dìng
to stipulate; to specify; to prescribe; to fix (a price); to set (a quota); regulations; rules; provisions; stipulations
guī lǜ
rule (e.g. of science); law of behavior; regular pattern; rhythm
guī mó
scale; scope; extent
guī zé
rule; regulation; rules and regulations
cháng guī
code of conduct; conventions; common practice; routine (medical procedure etc)
fǎ guī
legislation; statute
IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“规”。
Zhège zì shì “guī”.
This character is “规”.
我正在学习“规”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “guī” zì.
I am learning the character “规”.
请写一遍“规”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “guī”.
Please write “规” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 规?
规 is written with 8 strokes.
What does 规 (guī) mean?
规 (guī) means compass.
What is the radical of 规?
The radical of 规 is 见, associated with Not yet classified.