COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 咎 is built
Traditional etymology note: 口 (mouth) suggests the meaning, while 处 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 咎 (jiù) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
fault
jiùTone 4 (Falling)Drop your pitch sharply and firmly.
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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
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Common words
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Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 咎
Say “jiù” 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 咎
Common words and phrases
jiù
fault
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 咎?
咎 is written with 8 strokes.
What does 咎 (jiù) mean?
咎 (jiù) means fault.
What is the radical of 咎?
The radical of 咎 is 口, associated with Not yet classified.