COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 咬 is built
Traditional etymology note: 口 (mouth) suggests the meaning, while 交 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 咬 (yǎo) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
to bite
yǎoTone 3 (Dipping)Let your pitch fall, then rise.
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STROKE BY STROKE
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Follow all 9 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
yǎo
咬
to bite
Common words
yǎo
咬
to bite; to nip
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 咬
Say “yǎo” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 9 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
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Common words and phrases
yǎo
to bite; to nip
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 咬?
咬 is written with 9 strokes.
What does 咬 (yǎo) mean?
咬 (yǎo) means to bite.
What is the radical of 咬?
The radical of 咬 is 口, associated with Not yet classified.