How to Write 矢
The character 矢 (shǐ) is written with 5 strokes. Follow the standard Chinese stroke order: top to bottom, left to right, outside before inside. The radical 矢 is one of its key components.
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Meaning & Pronunciation
矢 is pronounced shǐ in Mandarin Chinese. It means arrow; to vow.
Common Words with 矢
矢志
shǐ zhì
to vow; to be determined
众矢之的
zhòng shǐ zhī dì
The target of public criticism.
有的放矢
yǒu dì fàng shǐ
to have a definite object in view; targeted
Example Sentences
他矢志报效祖国。
tā shǐ zhì bào xiào zǔ guó
He is determined to serve his country.
他的行为成了众矢之的。
tā de xíng wéi chéng le zhòng shǐ zhī dì
His behavior became a target of public criticism.
说话要有的放矢。
shuō huà yào yǒu dì fàng shǐ
Speak with a clear purpose.
Similar Characters
矣
yǐ
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