How to Write 尉
The character 尉 (wèi) is written with 11 strokes. Follow the standard Chinese stroke order: top to bottom, left to right, outside before inside. The radical 寸 is one of its key components.
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Meaning & Pronunciation
尉 is pronounced wèi in Mandarin Chinese. It means Military officer rank (e.g., Captain or Lieutenant).
This is a polyphonic character with readings: wèi, yù.
Common Words with 尉
Example Sentences
这位尉官在演习中表现出色，受到了嘉奖。
zhè wèi wèi guān zài yǎn xí zhōng biǎo xiàn chū sè shòu dào le jiā jiǎng
This junior officer performed excellently in the exercise and received a commendation.
尉迟是一个在中国历史记载中非常有名的姓氏。
yù chí shì yí gè zài zhōng guó lì shǐ jì zǎi zhōng fēi cháng yǒu míng de xìng shì
Yuchi is a very famous surname in Chinese historical records.
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