指南

指南 zhǐ nán ㄓˇ ㄋㄢˊ zi2 naam4 HSK 7-9

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  • guidebook

Stroke order

Practice writing

Draw 指 (1 of 2) — 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

  • 指南针指向北边。 The compass points to the north.
  • 拿上你們的指南針。 Bring your compass along.
  • 汤姆不会使用指南针。 Tom doesn't know how to use a compass.
  • 指南针的指针指向北边。 Compass needles point to the north.
  • 根據指南,這是這附近最好的餐館。 According to the guidebook, this is the best restaurant around here.

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