掀起

掀起 xiān ㄒㄧㄢ ㄑㄧˇ hin1 hei2 HSK 7-9

  • to lift; to raise (a lid etc)
  • (of a storm) to surge; to stir up (waves etc)
  • (fig.) to trigger; set off (a wave of popularity, a controversy etc)

Stroke order

Practice writing

Draw 掀 (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

  • 微風在湖面上掀起了一絲絲漣漪。 A gentle wind made ripples on the surface of the pond.

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