How to Write 启
The character 启 (qǐ) is written with 7 strokes. Follow the standard Chinese stroke order: top to bottom, left to right, outside before inside. The radical 口 is one of its key components.
Practice the correct stroke order with the Hanzi Writer app to see animated stroke-by-stroke guidance with real-time feedback.
Meaning & Pronunciation
启 is pronounced qǐ in Mandarin Chinese. It means to open; to start; to enlighten.
As an HSK Level 5 character, 启 is an intermediate-level character.
Common Words with 启
开启
kāi qǐ
to open; to initiate
启发
qǐ fā
to inspire; to enlighten
启动
qǐ dòng
to start; to launch; to activate
Example Sentences
请开启这个盒子。
qǐng kāi qǐ zhè ge hé zi
Please open this box.
他的话很有启发。
tā de huà hěn yǒu qǐ fā
His words are very enlightening.
电脑正在启动中。
diàn nǎo zhèng zài qǐ dòng zhōng
The computer is starting up.
Practice Writing 启 (qǐ)
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