Character Animation

Character: 哀

Pinyin: āi (Ai1)

Meaning: Ai (c. 2000 BC), sixth of legendary Flame Emperors 炎帝[Yan2 di4] descended from Shennong 神農|神农[Shen2 nong2] Farmer God, also known as Li 釐|厘[Li2]

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Stroke Breakdown

Learning Tips

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  • ✓ Study the stroke breakdown section to learn the shape of each stroke
  • ✓ Practice on paper multiple times, paying attention to the start, middle, and end of each stroke
  • ✓ The animation loops automatically so you can watch and learn repeatedly

Related Words with "哀"

āi
哀
shāng
伤

grief; distress; bereavement
āi
哀
háo
嚎

to howl in grief

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