COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 适 is built
Traditional etymology note: 辶 (walk) suggests the meaning, while 舌 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 适 (shì) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
to fit
shìTone 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
shì
适
to fit
Common words
hé shì
合适
suitable; fitting; appropriate
shì hé
适合
to fit; to suit
shì yìng
适应
to adapt; to fit; to suit
shì dàng
适当
suitable; appropriate
shì yòng
适用
to be applicable
shū shì
舒适
cozy; snug
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
适
适
适
适
适
适
适
适
LEARNING TIP
Remember 适
Say “shì” 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 适
Common words and phrases
hé shì
suitable; fitting; appropriate
shì hé
to fit; to suit
shì yìng
to adapt; to fit; to suit
shì dàng
suitable; appropriate
shì yòng
to be applicable
shū shì
cozy; snug
IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“适”。
Zhège zì shì “shì”.
This character is “适”.
我正在学习“适”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “shì” zì.
I am learning the character “适”.
请写一遍“适”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “shì”.
Please write “适” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 适?
适 is written with 9 strokes.
What does 适 (shì) mean?
适 (shì) means to fit.
What is the radical of 适?
The radical of 适 is 辶, associated with Not yet classified.