COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 卦 is built
Traditional etymology note: 卜 (divination) suggests the meaning, while 圭 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 卦 (guà) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
divinatory diagram
guàTone 4 (Falling)Drop your pitch sharply and firmly.
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STROKE BY STROKE
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Follow all 8 strokes in the correct order.
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guà
卦
divinatory diagram
Common words
bā guà
八卦
the eight divinatory trigrams of the Book of Changes 易經|易经[Yi4 jing1]; gossip; gossipy
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 卦
Say “guà” 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.
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Common words and phrases
bā guà
the eight divinatory trigrams of the Book of Changes 易經|易经[Yi4 jing1]; gossip; gossipy
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 卦?
卦 is written with 8 strokes.
What does 卦 (guà) mean?
卦 (guà) means divinatory diagram.
What is the radical of 卦?
The radical of 卦 is 卜, associated with Not yet classified.