COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 坐 is built
Traditional etymology note: Two people 从 sitting on the ground 土
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How to Write 坐 (zuò) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
to sit
zuòTone 4 (Falling)Drop your pitch sharply and firmly.
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STROKE BY STROKE
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Follow all 7 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
zuò
坐
to sit
Common words
chéng zuò
乘坐
to ride (in a vehicle)
zuò luò
坐落
to be situated; to be located (of a building)
zuò
坐
to sit; to take a seat; to take (a bus, airplane etc); to bear fruit
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
坐
坐
坐
坐
坐
坐
坐
坐
LEARNING TIP
Remember 坐
Say “zuò” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 7 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
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Common words and phrases
chéng zuò
to ride (in a vehicle)
zuò luò
to be situated; to be located (of a building)
zuò
to sit; to take a seat; to take (a bus, airplane etc); to bear fruit
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 坐?
坐 is written with 7 strokes.
What does 坐 (zuò) mean?
坐 (zuò) means to sit.
What is the radical of 坐?
The radical of 坐 is 土, associated with Not yet classified.