至 Stroke Order — How to Write 至
至 is written in 6 strokes, following the standard Chinese stroke order. Start from the radical 至, 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.
至 Radical and Character Components
至 is an ideographic compound. A bird alighting on the ground 土.
Radical: 至 + 0 more strokes
至 Pronunciation and Pinyin
- zhì
Meanings of 至 in Chinese
1
zhì至
To; until; to arrive at or reach a certain point or time.
他自始至终都很支持我的决定。
He supported my decision from beginning to end.
"至" (zhì) signifies "extreme," "most," or "ultimate," indicating the highest or lowest limit, as in "at least" (至少).
这次旅行至少需要三天时间。
This trip will take at least three days.
Common Words and Phrases with 至
1
most valuable treasure
这件工艺精湛的古代青铜器，被视为博物馆的至宝
This exquisitely crafted ancient bronze ware is regarded as the museum's most precious treasure.
2
at least; at the very least
我们可能无法完成所有任务，但至不济也能把最重要的部分做完。
We might not be able to complete all tasks, but at the very least, we can finish the most important parts.
3
complete sincerity; utmost sincerity
他以至诚之心对待每一个朋友，从不虚伪
He treats every friend with utmost sincerity, never being insincere.
4
5
Up to this point or time; to this extent.
经过多年的研究，这棵古老的树木至此仍然生长茂盛，充满生机。
After years of research, this ancient tree still thrives to this day, full of vitality.
6
Most suitable or extremely appropriate.
他提出的解决方案，对当前项目中的挑战而言，堪称至当。
The solution he proposed can be described as extremely appropriate for the current challenges in the project.
7
at (the) most; at maximum
参加会议的人数至多为一百人。
The number of attendees at the meeting will be at most one hundred.
8
paramount; supreme; most lofty; highest and unrivaled in status or power.
对于她来说，内心深处的平静与安宁是至高无上的。
For her, deep inner peace and tranquility are paramount.
9
best friend
我跟他是至好，我们无话不谈，总能互相支持。
He is my best friend; we talk about everything and always support each other.
10
a most intimate or very close friend
他们是多年的至交，彼此之间无话不谈。
They have been bosom friends for many years, sharing everything with each other.
11
up to now; to this day; so far
我至今仍清楚地记得第一次品尝到这道菜的美味。
I clearly remember the delicious taste of this dish to this day.
12
Profound or ultimate truth; a fundamental principle or maxim.
尊重他人是人际交往的至理。
Respecting others is a profound truth in interpersonal communication.
13
A maxim or golden saying that contains profound truth or the most correct principles.
爱与善良是人类社会永恒的至理名言。
Love and kindness are the eternal profound truths of human society.
14
very close relative
在困难时期，我们会寻求至亲的帮助和支持。
During difficult times, we seek the help and support of our closest relatives.
15
most genuine feeling
这位艺术家将自己对生活的热爱融入作品，流露出至情。
This artist infused their works with their love for life, revealing profound and sincere emotions.
16
solstice (either summer or winter)
在夏至日，白昼时间达到最长，标志着夏季的正式开始。
On the summer solstice, the daylight hours reach their maximum, marking the official beginning of summer.
More words with 至
- shèn甚zhì至even
- jí及zhì至until, by the time
- jié截zhì至by, as of
- nǎi乃zhì至and even; up to; extending to
- jìng竟zhì至even went so far as to, actually reached
- zhì至shǎo少at least, at the very least
- dōng冬zhì至Winter Solstice, Dongzhi
- jiāng将zhì至approaching, coming soon
- zhì至shàn善ultimate good, highest good
- zhì至shàng上supreme, paramount
- zhì至yú于as for, to the extent that
- xià夏zhì至Summer Solstice
- zhí直zhì至until, up to
- zhì至zhēn臻perfection, ultimate
- shèn甚zhì至huì会will even, might even
- xià夏zhì至rì日summer solstice, Midsummer Day
- yǐ以zhì至yú于so that, to the extent that
- hǎn罕zhì至rarely visited, unfrequented
- sòng送zhì至Send to, Deliver to
- xíng行zhì至Arrive at, Reach
Idioms with 至
- zhì至dà大zhì至gāng刚Utmost grandeur, integrity, and strength
- zhì至gōng公wú无sī私extremely just and utterly selfless
- zhì至guān关zhòng重yào要of vital importance
- zhì至qīn亲gǔ骨ròu肉closest blood relatives
- zhì至qīn亲hǎo好yǒu友closest relatives and dearest friends
- zhì至shàn善zhì至měi美perfect in every aspect
- zhì至sǐ死bù不biàn变unchanged until death
- zhì至sǐ死bù不qū屈Unyielding until death
- zhì至sǐ死bù不wù悟never come to one's senses
- zhì至sǐ死bù不yú渝unswerving until death
- bīn宾zhì至rú如guī归make guests feel at home
- zhāo朝fā发xī夕zhì至depart at dawn, arrive at dusk
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Open the tool →Questions about 至
What does 至 mean in Chinese?
至 (zhì) means “To” in Chinese.
How do you pronounce 至?
至 is pronounced zhì in Mandarin Chinese.
How many strokes does 至 have?
至 has 6 strokes.
How do you write 至?
至 is written in 6 strokes, starting from the radical 至. See the animated stroke order on this page.
What is the radical of 至?
The radical of 至 is 至, and 至 is an ideographic compound.