COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 刳 is built
Traditional etymology note: 刂 (knife) suggests the meaning, while 夸 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 刳 (kū) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
to cut open
kūTone 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
kū
刳
to cut open
Common words
kū
刳
to cut open
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 刳
Say “kū” 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 刳
Common words and phrases
kū
to cut open
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 刳?
刳 is written with 8 strokes.
What does 刳 (kū) mean?
刳 (kū) means to cut open.
What is the radical of 刳?
The radical of 刳 is 刂, associated with Not yet classified.