执

This component means 'to grasp · Character component

This component means 'to grasp, hold, or execute' and represents the action of firmly grasping or controlling something.

Originally depicted a hand (扌) grasping or holding onto something firmly, with the right side showing the object being gripped. The character evolved to symbolize both physical grasping and abstract concepts like executing duties or maintaining control.

执 at a glance

Meaning: This component means 'to grasp
Strokes: 6
Characters: 9
Role: Usually contributes sound

Characters with 执

HSK 1 · 1

热rè · to warm up

HSK 5 · 1

势shì · power

HSK 6 · 2

垫diàn · pad 挚zhì · sincere

Beyond HSK · 5

贽zhì · gifts to superiors 鸷zhì · fierce 亵xiè · obscene 蛰zhé · to hibernate 絷zhí · to connect

Frequently asked questions

What does the component 执 mean?

执 means "This component means 'to grasp". In the characters that contain it, it usually contributes sound.

How many Chinese characters contain 执?

9 characters in this dictionary contain 执, including ones at HSK 1, HSK 5, HSK 6.

How many strokes does 执 have?

执 is written in 6 strokes.