师 Stroke Order — How to Write 师
师 is written in 6 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.
师 Radical and Character Components
Components:刂帀
师 is an ideographic compound. To skillfully wield 帀 a knife 刂.
Radical: 巾 + 3 more strokes
师 Pronunciation and Pinyin
- shī
Meanings of 师 in Chinese
1
shī师
A person who teaches or guides; a teacher.
我的老师非常耐心，总是鼓励我们提问。
My teacher is very patient and always encourages us to ask questions.
A person skilled in a particular technique or profession, such as an engineer, doctor, or technician.
我的爸爸是一名工程师。
My father is an engineer.
To emulate; to take as a model or example.
我们应该师法自然，从中汲取灵感。
We should emulate nature and draw inspiration from it.
A model or an example to be followed, often in an educational context, as in '师范' (normal school) which suggests a standard.
他的严谨治学风格，是后辈学者的师范
His rigorous academic style serves as a model for younger scholars.
Refers to relationships formed through mentorship or teaching, such as 'shīmǔ' (teacher's wife), 'shīxiōng' (senior fellow apprentice), 'shīdì' (junior fellow apprentice), 'shīmèi' (junior fellow apprentice sister).
我的师兄在这次比赛中取得了第一名。
My senior fellow apprentice won first place in this competition.
A respectful title for a Buddhist monk or Taoist priest, often seen in terms like 'fashi' (Dharma Master) or 'chanshi' (Zen Master).
这位法师在寺庙里讲经说法。
This Dharma Master preaches the scriptures in the temple.
Refers to a body of troops or an army, often used in compounds like '会师' (to join forces, rendezvous) or '出师' (to send out troops for battle).
经过艰苦行军，两支队伍终于会师了。
After an arduous march, the two teams finally joined forces.
A military division, a unit of army organization above a regiment or brigade; also refers to the commander of such a unit (e.g., 'division commander').
新来的师长很受士兵尊敬。
The new division commander is highly respected by the soldiers.
Capital city (historically used in 'jīng shī' to refer to the national capital).
许多历史文献都记载了京师的繁荣景象。
Many historical documents recorded the prosperous scene of the capital city.
Common Words and Phrases with 师
1
An exemplary person, especially one who sets a good example in learning and moral integrity, worthy of being a teacher.
这位教授不仅学识渊博，品德高尚，是青年学子学习的师表。
This professor is not only profoundly knowledgeable but also of high moral character, serving as an exemplary figure for young students to learn from.
2
The lineage or tradition of a master-apprentice relationship; to inherit and follow a teacher's style or teachings.
这位年轻画家师承名门，画风细腻，深受好评。
This young painter, having inherited the style of a renowned school, possesses a delicate brushwork and is highly acclaimed.
3
To dispatch troops or undertake an action without a just or legitimate cause.
在未经充分讨论的情况下，团队负责人贸然决定改变项目方向，这让大家觉得师出无名，难以信服。
Without adequate discussion, the team leader's rash decision to change the project's direction felt like an action taken without a proper cause, making it hard for everyone to be convinced.
4
to have a just cause for an action; to act with a legitimate reason
我们这次决定推出新产品，真是师出有名，因为市场需求非常迫切。
Our decision to launch a new product this time is truly justified, as the market demand is extremely urgent.
5
A junior fellow apprentice or a younger student/disciple under the same master or teacher.
我的师弟在武术方面很有天赋，总是很快就能掌握新的招式。
My junior fellow apprentice is very talented in martial arts and can always quickly grasp new moves.
6
To imitate or emulate someone, especially in knowledge or skill; to take as a model.
这位年轻的雕塑家师法自然，从山川河流中寻找创作灵感。
This young sculptor emulates nature, seeking creative inspiration from mountains and rivers.
7
teacher training; pedagogical
她毕业于一所著名的师范大学，现在是一名优秀的教师。
She graduated from a renowned normal university and is now an excellent teacher.
8
normal school
她毕业于一所著名的师范学校，现在是一名优秀的教师。
She graduated from a famous normal school and is now an excellent teacher.
9
Master or teacher, often a respectful form of address for someone highly skilled in a craft, martial art, or a spiritual guide.
我的师父是一位经验丰富的木匠。
My master is an experienced carpenter.
10
Shīfu refers to a master or a skilled person, often used as a respectful form of address for those with expertise.
这位修车师傅的技艺非常高超，总能把我的车修好。
This car repair master's skills are exceptional; he can always fix my car.
11
Shīgōng (师公) refers to either a grandmaster (a master's master) or a male sorcerer/shaman.
我的师公是一位德高望重的武术家，他的教诲让我受益匪浅。
My grandmaster is a highly respected martial artist, and his teachings have greatly benefited me.
12
school education
他从小就接受了良好的师教，为未来的发展打下了坚实基础。
He received a good school education from a young age, laying a solid foundation for his future development.
13
senior sister apprentice
我的师姐在这次比赛中获得了第一名。
My senior sister apprentice won first place in this competition.
14
Troops are exhausted and worn out from prolonged fighting, losing their combat effectiveness.
连续加班数周后，项目团队的成员们都已师老兵疲，工作效率大打折扣。
After weeks of continuous overtime, the project team members were all exhausted and weary, and their work efficiency was greatly reduced.
15
A junior female apprentice or disciple; a younger female fellow-student under the same master.
我的师妹在书法比赛中获得了第一名。
My junior fellow student won first place in the calligraphy competition.
16
A master's home or school; it often refers to a teacher's lineage, school of thought, or the group of disciples under one master.
他多年来一直勤奋学习，不敢辜负师门的栽培和期望。
For many years, he has studied diligently, not daring to let down the cultivation and expectations of his master's lineage.
More words with 师
- chú厨shī师Chef, Cook
- ēn恩shī师Revered teacher, Esteemed mentor
- mù牧shī师Pastor, a Christian clergyman.
- zōng宗shī师Grandmaster, Great Master
- bān班shī师Withdraw the troops, Return the army
- biāo镖shī师an armed escort or bodyguard
- huī挥shī师to command or deploy an army
- qín琴shī师A stringed instrument player.
- shú塾shī师private tutor, tutor
- sòng讼shī师Lawyer, Attorney
- xióng雄shī师a powerful army
- yī医shī师doctor, physician
- dǎo导shī师mentor, supervisor
- lǜ律shī师lawyer, attorney
- quán拳shī师Boxer, Pugilist
- shì誓shī师hold an oath-taking rally, mobilization rally
- wū巫shī师Wizard, Sorcerer
- zūn尊shī师respect teachers or one's mentor
- chán禅shī师Zen master
- jì技shī师technician, mechanic
Idioms with 师
- shī师dào道zūn尊yán严dignity and respect for teachers
- shī师xīn心zì自yòng用opinionated and self-willed
- bǎi百shì世zhī之shī师eternal mentor
- bǎi百wàn万xióng雄shī师a vast and mighty army
- bān班shī师huí回cháo朝triumphant return of troops to capital
- bān班shī师zhèn振lǚ旅withdraw and reorganize the army
- chū出shī师bù不lì利get off to a bad start
- gǒu狗tóu头jūn军shī师a poor or villainous advisor
- hào好wéi为rén人shī师fond of lecturing others
- jīng精ruì锐zhī之shī师elite army
- kāi开shān山zǔ祖shī师founder of a school, business, or movement
- láo劳shī师dòng动zhòng众mobilize many people for a minor task
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Open the tool →Questions about 师
What does 师 mean in Chinese?
师 (shī) means “A person who teaches or guides” in Chinese.
How do you pronounce 师?
师 is pronounced shī in Mandarin Chinese.
How many strokes does 师 have?
师 has 6 strokes.
How do you write 师?
师 is written in 6 strokes, starting from the radical 巾. See the animated stroke order on this page.
What is the radical of 师?
The radical of 师 is 巾, and 师 is an ideographic compound.