COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 屈 is built
Traditional etymology note: 尸 (corpse) suggests the meaning, while 出 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 屈 (qū) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
bent
qūTone 1 (High)Keep your pitch high and level.
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STROKE BY STROKE
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Follow all 8 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
qū / qu
屈
bent
Common words
wěi qu
委屈
to feel wronged; to cause sb to feel wronged; grievance
qū fú
屈服
to surrender; to succumb; to yield; (as a transitive verb) to defeat
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 屈
Say “qū” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 8 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 屈
Common words and phrases
wěi qu
to feel wronged; to cause sb to feel wronged; grievance
qū fú
to surrender; to succumb; to yield; (as a transitive verb) to defeat
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 屈?
屈 is written with 8 strokes.
What does 屈 (qū) mean?
屈 (qū) means bent.
What is the radical of 屈?
The radical of 屈 is 尸, associated with Not yet classified.