How to Write 吹 (chuī)
Detailed Mastery Guide for 吹
The character 吹 (Traditional: 吹) is a fundamental part of the Chinese language, representing "Blow". In our Level 2 curriculum, we focus on the 7-step stroke sequence to ensure your handwriting is both fast and accurate.
Writing & Recognition
Proper stroke order is essential for character recognition and legibility. By following the animation above, you can see how the character is built from top to bottom and left to right. This character is often categorized under Verbs & Actions, making it a versatile addition to your vocabulary.
Key Vocabulary
Radical Breakdown
Breaking it down: The character 吹 is built on the radical 口 (30). Understanding radicals like this is a proven technique for accelerating vocabulary acquisition.
Etymology & Origins
A phono-semantic compound: 口 (mouth) indicates the action of blowing, while 欠 (yawn/breath) provides the sound and reinforces the meaning of exhaling.
Example Sentence
Simplified: 他喜欢吹牛说自己很有钱。
Tā xǐhuān chuīniú shuō zìjǐ hěn yǒu qián.
Traditional: 他喜歡吹牛說自己很有錢。
Taa1 hei2 fun1 ceoi1 ngau4 syut3 zi6 gei2 han2 jau5 cin2.
"He likes to boast that he is very rich."
Dialect Pronunciation
In Mandarin, this character is pronounced as chuī. If you are learning Cantonese, the pronunciation is ceui1. Use the audio buttons to hear the subtle tonal differences between the two major Chinese dialects.
Practice & Retention
To move this character from short-term to long-term memory, we recommend using our free practice sheet generator. Writing the character 10-15 times while following the correct sequence is a proven method for mastery.
Quick Self-Check
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