body{font-family:sans-serif;max-width:860px;margin:40px auto;padding:0 20px;color:#1a1a2e}水 (shuǐ) — waterLearn to write 水 (shuǐ), meaning "water". Animated stroke order, audio pronunciation, and a printable practice sheet — free, no sign-up required. A central vertical stroke with currents splashing off both sides. 我喝水。 (Wǒ hē shuǐ.) — I drink water. 这是水吗？ (Zhè shì shuǐ ma?) — Is this water?Beginner Guides

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