西
west · Character component
west, western, westward
A bird settling into its nest, representing sunset; compare 東
西 at a glance
- Meaning
- west
- Strokes
- 6
- Characters
- 12
- Role
- Contributes sound
Characters with 西
HSK 6 · 1
Frequently asked questions
What does the component 西 mean?
西 means "west". In the characters that contain it, it contributes sound.
How many Chinese characters contain 西?
12 characters in this dictionary contain 西, including ones at HSK 5, HSK 6.
How many strokes does 西 have?
西 is written in 6 strokes.