COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 吆 is built
Traditional etymology note: 口 (mouth) suggests the meaning, while 幺 suggests the pronunciation.
More “yao” characters →Link copied to clipboard!
How to Write 吆 (yāo) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
to shout
yāoTone 1 (High)Keep your pitch high and level.
Loading stroke data…
Loading handwriting practice…
Save or share this character guide
Link copied to clipboard!
STROKE BY STROKE
Static stroke diagrams
Follow all 6 strokes in the correct order.
Download PDF
StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
yāo
吆
to shout
Common words
yāo
吆
to shout
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
吆
吆
吆
吆
吆
吆
吆
吆
LEARNING TIP
Remember 吆
Say “yāo” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 6 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 吆
Common words and phrases
yāo
to shout
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 吆?
吆 is written with 6 strokes.
What does 吆 (yāo) mean?
吆 (yāo) means to shout.
What is the radical of 吆?
The radical of 吆 is 口, associated with Not yet classified.