How to Write 熄
The character 熄 (xī) is written with 14 strokes. Follow the standard Chinese stroke order: top to bottom, left to right, outside before inside. The radical 火 is one of its key components.
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Meaning & Pronunciation
熄 is pronounced xī in Mandarin Chinese. It means to extinguish; to go out.
Common Words with 熄
熄灭
xī miè
to extinguish; to put out
熄灯
xī dēng
to turn off the lights
熄火
xī huǒ
to flame out; to stall; to turn off the engine
Example Sentences
火苗渐渐熄灭了。
huǒ miáo jiàn jiàn xī miè le
The flames gradually died out.
宿舍十点准时熄灯。
sù shè shí diǎn zhǔn shí xī dēng
The lights in the dormitory go out at ten o'clock sharp.
汽车在路中间熄火了。
qì chē zài lù zhōng jiān xī huǒ le
The car stalled in the middle of the road.
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