COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
Understanding 兜
Detailed component breakdown coming soon
Use the stroke animation above to study the character’s complete form.
Traditional etymology note: A man wearing a helmet, now meaning "pouch"
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How to Write 兜 (dōu) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
dōuTone 1 (High)Keep your pitch high and level.
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STROKE BY STROKE
Static stroke diagrams
Follow all 11 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
dōu
兜
Common words
dōu shòu
兜售
to hawk; to peddle
dōu
兜
pocket; bag; to wrap up or hold in a bag; to move in a circle
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 兜
Say “dōu” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 11 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 兜
Common words and phrases
dōu shòu
to hawk; to peddle
dōu
pocket; bag; to wrap up or hold in a bag; to move in a circle
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 兜?
兜 is written with 11 strokes.
What does 兜 (dōu) mean?
兜 (dōu) means pocket.
What is the radical of 兜?
The radical of 兜 is 儿, associated with Not yet classified.