COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 垴 is built
Traditional etymology note: 土 (earth) suggests the meaning, while 凶 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 垴 (nǎo) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
small hill
nǎoTone 3 (Dipping)Let your pitch fall, then rise.
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STROKE BY STROKE
Static stroke diagrams
Follow all 9 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
nǎo
垴
small hill
Common words
nǎo
垴
small hill
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 垴
Say “nǎo” 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.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 垴
Common words and phrases
nǎo
small hill
IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“垴”。
Zhège zì shì “nǎo”.
This character is “垴”.
我正在学习“垴”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “nǎo” zì.
I am learning the character “垴”.
请写一遍“垴”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “nǎo”.
Please write “垴” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 垴?
垴 is written with 9 strokes.
What does 垴 (nǎo) mean?
垴 (nǎo) means small hill.
What is the radical of 垴?
The radical of 垴 is 土, associated with Not yet classified.