ㄗㄜˊ zak1 HSK 7-9 高階級 · Level 4

  • (literary) (conjunction used to express contrast with a previous clause) but; then
  • (bound form) standard; norm
  • (bound form) principle
  • (literary) to imitate; to follow
  • classifier for written items

Stroke order

Practice writing

Draw 则 (1 of 1) — stroke by stroke.

Draw each stroke of the character in order using your mouse or finger. A hint appears after three misses.

Character breakdown

Example sentences

  • 遵守規則! Follow the rules.
  • 欲速則不達。 Haste makes waste.
  • 凡事豫則立。 Forewarned is forearmed.
  • 这违反规则。 That's against the rules.
  • 水至清则无鱼。 Clear water breeds no fish.

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