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How to Write 乎 (hū) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet

(classical particle similar to 於|于[yu2]) in

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(classical particle similar to 於|于[yu2]) in

Common words

jī hū

几乎

almost; nearly; practically

sì hū

似乎

it seems; seemingly; as if

zài hū

在乎

to rest with; to lie in; to be due to (a certain attribute); (often used in the negative) to care about

hé hū

合乎

to accord with; to conform to

pàng hū hū

胖乎乎

chubby

bú yì lè hū

不亦乐乎

lit. isn't that a joy? (quote from Confucius); fig. (jocular) extremely; awfully

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COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY

Understanding 乎

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Use the stroke animation above to study the character’s complete form.

A verified component breakdown for 乎 is not available yet. Focus on its 5-stroke sequence, overall shape, and pronunciation “hū” while practicing.

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LEARNING TIP

Remember 乎

Say “hū” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 5 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.

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WORDS WITH 乎

Common words and phrases

几乎

jī hū

almost; nearly; practically

似乎

sì hū

it seems; seemingly; as if

在乎

zài hū

to rest with; to lie in; to be due to (a certain attribute); (often used in the negative) to care about

合乎

hé hū

to accord with; to conform to

胖乎乎

pàng hū hū

chubby

不亦乐乎

bú yì lè hū

lit. isn't that a joy? (quote from Confucius); fig. (jocular) extremely; awfully

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IN CONTEXT

Example sentences

这个字是“乎”。

Zhège zì shì “hū”.

This character is “乎”.

我正在学习“乎”字。

Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “hū” zì.

I am learning the character “乎”.

请写一遍“乎”。

Qǐng xiě yí biàn “hū”.

Please write “乎” once.

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Frequently asked questions

How many strokes are in 乎?

乎 is written with 5 strokes.

What does 乎 (hū) mean?

乎 (hū) means (classical particle similar to 於|于[yu2]) in.

What is the radical of 乎?

The radical of 乎 is 丿, associated with Not yet classified.