chi (チ) Katakana Stroke Order
The katakana character チ (pronounced as "chi") is one of the essential characters in the Japanese writing system. On this page, you'll find a stroke order diagram showing the proper sequence for writing the character. By following the diagram carefully, you can practice writing チ and master its correct stroke order.
How to Pronounce チ (chi)
Sounds like the 'chee' in 'cheese', but shorter. Note: this is 'chi', not 'ti'.
Learn "チ" Stroke Order - Step by Step
"チ" Stroke Order Count：3
Stroke Order Tips for チ
Draw two short diagonal strokes stacked vertically.
Draw a short vertical stroke on the left side.
Draw a curved sweeping stroke from upper-right going down.
"チ" Stroke Order Worksheet
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Katakana "チ" Stroke Order Online Practice
Common Words Using チ
Characters Commonly Confused with チ
ち (chi) and り (ri) may look vaguely similar, but ち has a diagonal top while り has two curved vertical strokes.
Dakuten and Handakuten Variants of チ
Frequently Asked Questions about チ
How many strokes does チ have?
Katakana チ has 3 strokes: two diagonals and a curved sweeping stroke.
Why is it 'chi' and not 'ti'?
The た行 has irregular pronunciation. チ is pronounced 'chi'.