COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 姚 is built
Traditional etymology note: 女 (woman) suggests the meaning, while 兆 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 姚 (yáo) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
handsome
yáoTone 2 (Rising)Pitch goes up like asking ‘What?’
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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
yáo
姚
handsome
Common words
yáo
姚
handsome
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 姚
Say “yáo” 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
yáo
handsome
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 姚?
姚 is written with 9 strokes.
What does 姚 (yáo) mean?
姚 (yáo) means handsome.
What is the radical of 姚?
The radical of 姚 is 女, associated with Not yet classified.