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帝 Stroke Order — How to Write 帝

Stroke Order

帝 is written in 9 strokes, following the standard Chinese stroke order. Start from the radical 巾, then complete the remaining strokes.

Stroke order matters in Chinese: it keeps the character balanced, and it is how dictionaries and handwriting input methods expect a character to be written.

帝 Radical and Character Components

Components:立巾

帝 is a pictograph. An altar on which a sacrifice is being made.

Radical: 巾 + 6 more strokes

帝 Pronunciation and Pinyin

  • dì

Meanings of 帝 in Chinese

1

dì帝

Creator and ruler of the universe, as referred to by religious followers or in mythology (e.g., God, Jade Emperor).
希望得到上帝的保佑,一切顺利
We hope to receive God's blessing for everything to go smoothly.
Monarch or emperor; often referring to a supreme ruler or imperial power.
他梦想着成为一名受人尊敬的皇帝。
He dreams of becoming a respected emperor.

Common Words and Phrases with 帝

1
dì帝dū都
imperial capital
许多古老的传说都围绕着那座辉煌的帝都展开,讲述着过去的繁华与沧桑。
Many ancient legends unfold around that magnificent imperial capital, telling tales of past prosperity and vicissitudes.
2
dì帝é俄
Tsarist Russia, referring to Russia ruled by the Tsar.
帝俄时期,许多杰出的文学作品得以创作。
During the Imperial Russian period, many outstanding literary works were created.
3
dì帝guó国
An empire is a large monarchical state, often with colonies, or a powerful, expanding nation. It can also refer to a vast and influential enterprise.
这家科技公司正在建立一个全球性的数字帝国。
This tech company is building a global digital empire.
4
dì帝guó国zhǔ主yì义
Imperialism refers to a system or policy of extending a country's power and influence through colonization, military force, or economic dominance. It is often seen as a monopolistic, parasitic, and decaying form of capitalism, representing its highest and final stage.
该哲学体系对帝国主义的经济根源进行了深入分析。
This philosophical system conducts a deep analysis of the economic roots of imperialism.
5
dì帝hào号
title of an emperor
在古代,每位皇帝都有其独特的帝号,以彰显其统治的特色
In ancient times, every emperor had their unique imperial title to highlight the characteristics of their reign.
6
dì帝wáng王
Emperor; monarch; sovereign.
在古老的传说中,一些帝王被描绘成拥有超凡智慧和力量的人物。
In ancient legends, some emperors were depicted as figures possessing extraordinary wisdom and power.
7
dì帝xiāng乡
In Chinese mythology, the place where the Celestial Emperor (God) lives.
传说中,修仙者功德圆满后便能飞升帝乡,享受无尽的逍遥自在。
According to legend, after achieving perfect merit, cultivators can ascend to the Emperor's abode and enjoy endless freedom and ease.
8
dì帝yè业
emperor's achievements or imperial enterprise
这位传奇君主毕生致力于开创不朽的帝业,期望其丰功伟绩流传千古。
This legendary monarch dedicated his entire life to establishing an enduring imperial legacy, hoping his great achievements would be remembered for all time.
9
dì帝zhì制
autocratic monarchy
书籍中描述了帝制下宫廷生活的奢华与严谨。
The book describes the luxury and strictness of court life under the imperial system.
10
dì帝zǐ子
Children of an emperor, i.e., princes and princesses.
传说中,美丽的帝子们常在御花园中嬉戏
In legends, the beautiful imperial children often played in the royal garden.

More words with 帝

  • chēng称dì帝proclaim oneself emperor, claim the imperial title
  • yán炎dì帝Yan Emperor, Emperor Yan
  • huáng皇dì帝Emperor
  • wǔ五dì帝The Five Emperors
  • huáng黄dì帝nèi内jīng经The Yellow Emperor's Inner Canon
  • kǎi凯sā撒dà大dì帝Caesar, Julius Caesar
  • dì帝xīn辛King Zhou, Di Xin
  • shàng上dì帝God
  • xiān先dì帝yí遗zhào诏The Late Emperor's last will
  • huáng黄dì帝Yellow Emperor, Huangdi
  • dì帝kù喾Emperor Ku, Di Ku
  • èr二dì帝Two Emperors, The Two Emperors
  • gǔ古dài代dì帝wáng王ancient emperors, ancient monarchs
  • shāng商yè业dì帝guó国business empire
  • shùn舜dì帝Emperor Shun, Shun
  • xiān先dì帝the late emperor, the former emperor
  • yù玉huáng皇dà大dì帝Jade Emperor
  • dà大dì帝guó国Great Empire, Big Empire
  • wén文huáng皇dì帝Emperor Wen, Cultured Emperor
  • yáo尧dì帝shí时During Emperor Yao's time, In the time of Emperor Yao

Idioms with 帝

  • dì帝wáng王jiàng将xiàng相emperors, kings, generals, and ministers
  • sān三huáng皇wǔ五dì帝ancient China's legendary rulers
  • dì帝niǎn辇zhī之xià下the imperial capital
  • chēng称dì帝chēng称wáng王act like an absolute ruler
  • ér儿huáng皇dì帝puppet ruler subservient to foreign power
  • èr二dì帝sān三wáng王ancient legendary emperors and kings
  • huáng黄dì帝zǐ子sūn孙Descendants of the Yellow Emperor
  • shān山gāo高huáng皇dì帝yuǎn远Beyond the reach of law
  • shèng圣dì帝míng明wáng王wise and brilliant rulers
  • tiān天gāo高huáng皇dì帝yuǎn远Beyond the reach of authority
  • tǔ土huáng皇dì帝powerful local magnate
  • yú鱼lǔ鲁dì帝hǔ虎textual errors or typos

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Questions about 帝

What does 帝 mean in Chinese?

帝 (dì) means “Monarch or emperor” in Chinese.

How do you pronounce 帝?

帝 is pronounced dì in Mandarin Chinese.

How many strokes does 帝 have?

帝 has 9 strokes.

How do you write 帝?

帝 is written in 9 strokes, starting from the radical 巾. See the animated stroke order on this page.

What is the radical of 帝?

The radical of 帝 is 巾, and 帝 is a pictograph.

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