COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 阁 is built
Traditional etymology note: 门 (door) suggests the meaning, while 各 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 阁 (gé) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
pavilion (usu. two-storied)
géTone 2 (Rising)Pitch goes up like asking ‘What?’
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STROKE BY STROKE
Static stroke diagrams
Follow all 9 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
gé
阁
pavilion (usu. two-storied)
Common words
gé lóu
阁楼
garret; loft; attic
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 阁
Say “gé” 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.
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Common words and phrases
gé lóu
garret; loft; attic
IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“阁”。
Zhège zì shì “gé”.
This character is “阁”.
我正在学习“阁”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “gé” zì.
I am learning the character “阁”.
请写一遍“阁”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “gé”.
Please write “阁” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 阁?
阁 is written with 9 strokes.
What does 阁 (gé) mean?
阁 (gé) means pavilion (usu. two-storied).
What is the radical of 阁?
The radical of 阁 is 门, associated with Not yet classified.