COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 乳 is built
Traditional etymology note: 乚 (hidden) suggests the meaning, while 孚 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 乳 (rǔ) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
breast
rǔTone 3 (Dipping)Let your pitch fall, then rise.
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Follow all 8 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
rǔ
乳
breast
Common words
bǔ rǔ
哺乳
breastfeeding; to suckle; to nurse
rǔ zhì pǐn
乳制品
dairy products
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 乳
Say “rǔ” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 8 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
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Common words and phrases
bǔ rǔ
breastfeeding; to suckle; to nurse
rǔ zhì pǐn
dairy products
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 乳?
乳 is written with 8 strokes.
What does 乳 (rǔ) mean?
乳 (rǔ) means breast.
What is the radical of 乳?
The radical of 乳 is 乚, associated with Not yet classified.