COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 刮 is built
Traditional etymology note: 刂 (knife) suggests the meaning, while 舌 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 刮 (guā) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
to scrape
guāTone 1 (High)Keep your pitch high and level.
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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
guā
刮
to scrape
Common words
guā mù xiāng kàn
刮目相看
to have a whole new level of respect for sb or sth; to sit up and take notice (of sb's improved performance etc)
guā
刮
to scrape; to blow; to shave; to plunder
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 刮
Say “guā” 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 刮
Common words and phrases
guā mù xiāng kàn
to have a whole new level of respect for sb or sth; to sit up and take notice (of sb's improved performance etc)
guā
to scrape; to blow; to shave; to plunder
IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“刮”。
Zhège zì shì “guā”.
This character is “刮”.
我正在学习“刮”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “guā” zì.
I am learning the character “刮”.
请写一遍“刮”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “guā”.
Please write “刮” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 刮?
刮 is written with 8 strokes.
What does 刮 (guā) mean?
刮 (guā) means to scrape.
What is the radical of 刮?
The radical of 刮 is 刂, associated with Not yet classified.