How to Write 实
The character 实 (shí) is written with 8 strokes. Follow the standard Chinese stroke order: top to bottom, left to right, outside before inside. The radical 宀 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
实 is pronounced shí in Mandarin Chinese. It means Real, solid, or fact..
As an HSK Level 2 character, 实 is among the first characters beginners learn.
Common Words with 实
真实
zhēn shí
real; authentic; true
实习
shí xí
Internship or to practice.
诚实
chéng shí
honest; truthful
Example Sentences
这个故事很真实。
zhè ge gù shì hěn zhēn shí
This story is very realistic.
他在公司实习。
tā zài gōng sī shí xí
He is interning at the company.
他是一个诚实的人。
tā shì yí gè chéng shí de rén
He is an honest person.
Practice Writing 实 (shí)
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