COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 如 is built
Traditional etymology note: A wife 女 following her husband's words 口
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How to Write 如 (rú) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
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rúTone 2 (Rising)Pitch goes up like asking ‘What?’
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STROKE BY STROKE
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Follow all 6 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
rú
如
as
Common words
bǐ rú
比如
for example; for instance; such as
rú guǒ
如果
if; in case; in the event that
bù rú
不如
not equal to; not as good as; inferior to; it would be better to
lì rú
例如
for example; for instance; such as
jiǎ rú
假如
if
rú cǐ
如此
like this; so; such
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
如
如
如
如
如
如
如
如
LEARNING TIP
Remember 如
Say “rú” 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 如
Common words and phrases
bǐ rú
for example; for instance; such as
rú guǒ
if; in case; in the event that
bù rú
not equal to; not as good as; inferior to; it would be better to
lì rú
for example; for instance; such as
jiǎ rú
if
rú cǐ
like this; so; such
IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“如”。
Zhège zì shì “rú”.
This character is “如”.
我正在学习“如”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “rú” zì.
I am learning the character “如”.
请写一遍“如”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “rú”.
Please write “如” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 如?
如 is written with 6 strokes.
What does 如 (rú) mean?
如 (rú) means as.
What is the radical of 如?
The radical of 如 is 女, associated with Not yet classified.