How to Write 白 (bái)
Detailed Mastery Guide for 白
The character 白 (Traditional: 白) is a fundamental part of the Chinese language, representing "White". In our Level 2 curriculum, we focus on the 5-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 Colors & Stationery, making it a versatile addition to your vocabulary.
Key Vocabulary
Radical Breakdown
Breaking it down: The character 白 is built on the radical 白 (106). Understanding radicals like this is a proven technique for accelerating vocabulary acquisition.
Etymology & Origins
A pictograph of a white pebble or grain; historically represented as a sun symbol emitting light.
Example Sentence
Simplified: 他今天穿了一件白色的衬衫。
Tā jīntiān chuānle yījiàn báisè de chènshān.
Traditional: 他今天穿了一件白色的襯衫。
Taa1 gam1 tin1 cyun1 lo2 jat1 gin6 baak6 sik1 dik1 can3 saam1.
"He is wearing a white shirt today."
Dialect Pronunciation
In Mandarin, this character is pronounced as bái. If you are learning Cantonese, the pronunciation is baak6. 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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