How to Write 欸
The character 欸 (āi) is written with 11 strokes. Follow the standard Chinese stroke order: top to bottom, left to right, outside before inside. The radical 欠 is one of its key components.
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Meaning & Pronunciation
欸 is pronounced āi in Mandarin Chinese. It means An interjection (hey/oh).
Common Words with 欸
欸
āi
An interjection (hey/oh)
欸乃
āi nǎi
The sound of oars creaking
Example Sentences
欸，我知道了。
āi wǒ zhī dào le
Oh, I see.
欸，你在这儿啊。
āi nǐ zài zhè ér a
Hey, you're here.
欸乃一声山水绿。
āi nǎi yī shēng shān shuǐ lǜ
With a creak of the oars, the scenery turns green.
Practice Writing 欸 (āi)
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