COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 饥 is built
Traditional etymology note: 饣 (food) suggests the meaning, while 几 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 饥 (jī) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
(bound form) hungry
jīTone 1 (High)Keep your pitch high and level.
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STROKE BY STROKE
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Follow all 5 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
jī
饥
(bound form) hungry
Common words
jī è
饥饿
hunger; starvation; famine
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 饥
Say “jī” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 5 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
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Common words and phrases
jī è
hunger; starvation; famine
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 饥?
饥 is written with 5 strokes.
What does 饥 (jī) mean?
饥 (jī) means (bound form) hungry.
What is the radical of 饥?
The radical of 饥 is 饣, associated with Not yet classified.