COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 侨 is built
Traditional etymology note: 亻 (person) suggests the meaning, while 乔 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 侨 (qiáo) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
emigrant
qiáoTone 2 (Rising)Pitch goes up like asking ‘What?’
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STROKE BY STROKE
Static stroke diagrams
Follow all 8 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
qiáo
侨
emigrant
Common words
huá qiáo
华侨
overseas Chinese; (in a restricted sense) Chinese emigrant who still retains Chinese nationality
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 侨
Say “qiáo” 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.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 侨
Common words and phrases
huá qiáo
overseas Chinese; (in a restricted sense) Chinese emigrant who still retains Chinese nationality
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 侨?
侨 is written with 8 strokes.
What does 侨 (qiáo) mean?
侨 (qiáo) means emigrant.
What is the radical of 侨?
The radical of 侨 is 亻, associated with Not yet classified.