HSK 6, n, 13 strokes, radical 木, rank #72545, Hard
楷
jiē
Chinese pistachio tree (Pistacia chinensis)
HSK 6, unknown, 13 strokes, radical 木, rank #72545, Hard
楷
jiē
model
HSK 6, unknown, 13 strokes, radical 木, rank #72545, Hard
楷
jiē
pattern
HSK 6, unknown, 13 strokes, radical 木, rank #72545, Hard
楷
jiē
regular script (calligraphic style)
HSK 6, unknown, 13 strokes, radical 木, rank #72545, Hard
楷
kǎi
the normal style of Chinese handwriting
HSK 6, n, 13 strokes, radical 木, rank #72545, Hard
楷
kǎi
Chinese pistachio tree (Pistacia chinensis)
HSK 6, unknown, 13 strokes, radical 木, rank #72545, Hard
楷
kǎi
model
HSK 6, unknown, 13 strokes, radical 木, rank #72545, Hard
楷
kǎi
pattern
HSK 6, unknown, 13 strokes, radical 木, rank #72545, Hard
楷
kǎi
regular script (calligraphic style)
HSK 6, unknown, 13 strokes, radical 木, rank #72545, Hard
jiē(jie1)
primary
T1
1the normal style of Chinese handwriting
2Chinese pistachio tree (Pistacia chinensis)
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March 24, 2026
楷jiē(jie1)
The character '楷' refers to a specific style of Chinese handwriting, known as 'regular script'. It is commonly used in formal writing and calligraphy, symbolizing clarity and standardization in the written form. The term can also refer to a model or pattern, as well as the Chinese pistachio tree.
Strokes13Radical木Frequency#72545DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, '楷' is highly valued in calligraphy as it represents the standard form of writing that many aspire to achieve, often taught in schools and emphasized in traditional arts.
Memory Tip
'楷' combines the radical '木' (wood) with '每' (every), suggesting a tree that represents every standard of writing. Imagine a tree standing tall, with each branch perfectly aligned, symbolizing the order and clarity of regular script in Chinese calligraphy.
Meanings of 楷
jiē(jie1)
primary
1the normal style of Chinese handwriting
2Chinese pistachio tree (Pistacia chinensis)
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About 楷
楷Simplified
13Strokes
木Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L6IntermediateCEFRC1
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Usage Notes
When using '楷', students should be mindful of the context—it's often used in formal writing or discussions about calligraphy. A common mistake is to confuse it with other script styles like '行' (xíng) or '草' (cǎo). Ensure to use the correct script name based on the context when discussing handwriting styles.
HSK Study Tips
Although '楷' is not included in the HSK vocabulary list, its relevance to calligraphy makes it a useful term for students interested in cultural aspects of the language. Focus on recognizing this character in calligraphy contexts and understanding its significance in different writing styles.
Common Mistakes
Learners often mistakenly write '楷' with incorrect stroke order, leading to a less recognizable form. Ensure to follow the correct stroke order as outlined in calligraphy resources to achieve clarity and accuracy.
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Exercise 1 of 1
Character Formation Type
What type of character formation is 楷?
Decomposition of 楷
IDS Structure⿰木皆
楷Full Character
=
木Mu4
left
皆jie1
right
Exercise 1 of 2
Identify the Components
Which of these is a component of 楷?
How to say the normal style of Chinese handwriting in Chinese
“the normal style of Chinese handwriting” in Chinese is楷jiē
The character '楷' refers to a specific style of Chinese handwriting, known as 'regular script'. It is commonly used in formal writing and calligraphy, symbolizing clarity and standardization in the written form. The term can also refer to a model or pattern, as well as the Chinese pistachio tree.
When to use 楷
When using '楷', students should be mindful of the context—it's often used in formal writing or discussions about calligraphy. A common mistake is to confuse it with other script styles like '行' (xíng) or '草' (cǎo). Ensure to use the correct script name based on the context when discussing handwriting styles.
What learners get wrong
Learners often mistakenly write '楷' with incorrect stroke order, leading to a less recognizable form. Ensure to follow the correct stroke order as outlined in calligraphy resources to achieve clarity and accuracy.
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楷
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Word Family of 楷
Words Containing This Character6
楷模kǎimómodel
李泽楷Richard Li (1966-), Hong Kong businessman and philanthropist李澤楷
楷jiēmodel
楷书regular script (Chinese calligraphic style)楷書
正楷regular script (Chinese calligraphic style)
楷体regular script (Chinese calligraphic style)楷體
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Compound Meaning
What does 楷模 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 楷
'楷' refers to the regular script style of Chinese handwriting, characterized by its clear and structured strokes.
'楷' can describe not only the handwriting style but also serve as a metaphor for any model or standard in various contexts.
'楷' also refers to the Chinese pistachio tree, which is appreciated for its timber and ornamental value.
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