How many strokes does 写 have?

写 (xie3), meaning "write" has 5 strokes. Use the step-by-step stroke order on this page before practicing the character by hand.

How do you write 写 in Chinese?

Write 写 (xie3), meaning "write" by following the stroke sequence shown on this page, 5 strokes in total. The breakdown helps learners see the order before using animated practice in QuShiZi.

What is the best way to practice 写 stroke order?

First observe the full shape of 写, then trace each stroke in order, and finally repeat the character in short review sessions. QuShiZi is designed for this lookup-then-practice flow.

Hanzi stroke order

写 stroke order (xie3)

写

Pinyin: xie3Meaning: write5 strokes

Step-by-step stroke breakdown (5 strokes)

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How to write 写

Learn the correct stroke order for the Chinese character 写. This page breaks the character into 5 strokes so beginners can see the writing sequence before practicing by hand.

Pinyin: xie3. Meaning: write.

Example words

写字 · xie3 zi4 · write characters
书写 · shu1 xie3 · writing

Use the stroke cards above to check the order, then practice in the app for animated writing demos, voice-first lookup, pinyin support, and quick review.

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