Character Animation

Character: 栀

Pinyin: zhī (zhi1)

Meaning: gardenia / cape jasmine (Gardenia jasminoides) / same as 梔子|栀子[zhi1 zi5]

Practice Writing

Click "Start Practice" to draw the character "栀" with your mouse

Stroke Breakdown

Learning Tips

  • Watch the animation carefully to understand the stroke order and direction
  • 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