COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 勿 is built
Traditional etymology note: A knife 勹 cutting fragments 丿 off
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How to Write 勿 (wù) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
do not
wùTone 4 (Falling)Drop your pitch sharply and firmly.
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STROKE BY STROKE
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Follow all 4 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
wù
勿
do not
Common words
wù
勿
do not
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 勿
Say “wù” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 4 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
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Common words and phrases
wù
do not
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 勿?
勿 is written with 4 strokes.
What does 勿 (wù) mean?
勿 (wù) means do not.
What is the radical of 勿?
The radical of 勿 is 勹, associated with Not yet classified.