How to Write 隙
The character 隙 (xì) is written with 12 strokes. Follow the standard Chinese stroke order: top to bottom, left to right, outside before inside. The radical 阝 is one of its key components.
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Meaning & Pronunciation
隙 is pronounced xì in Mandarin Chinese. It means gap; crack; opportunity.
Common Words with 隙
缝隙
fèng xì
chink; crack; gap
空隙
kòng xì
Gap / interval
间隙
jiàn xì
gap / interval / clearance
Example Sentences
墙上有一道小缝隙。
qiáng shàng yǒu yī dào xiǎo fèng xì
There is a small crack in the wall.
找个空隙休息一下吧。
zhǎo gè kòng xì xiū xī yī xià ba
Find a moment to take a break.
牙齿之间有间隙。
yá chǐ zhī jiān yǒu jiàn xì
There are gaps between the teeth.
Practice Writing 隙 (xì)
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