How to Write 掣
The character 掣 (chè) is written with 12 strokes. Follow the standard Chinese stroke order: top to bottom, left to right, outside before inside. The radical 手 is one of its key components.
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Meaning & Pronunciation
掣 is pronounced chè in Mandarin Chinese. It means to pull / to draw.
Common Words with 掣
风驰电掣
fēng chí diàn chè
At lightning speed; swift as the wind
掣肘
chè zhǒu
to impede / to hold someone back
掣动
chè dòng
to brake / to trigger
Example Sentences
火车风驰电掣般开过。
huǒ chē fēng chí diàn chè bān kāi guò
The train sped past like a flash of lightning.
他的计划受到了掣肘。
tā de jì huà shòu dào le chè zhǒu
His plan was hindered by others.
司机紧急掣动。
sī jī jǐn jí chè dòng
The driver braked urgently.
Practice Writing 掣 (chè)
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