COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 属 is built
Traditional etymology note: 尸 (body) suggests the meaning, while 禹 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 属 (shǔ) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
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shǔ
属
category
Common words
shǔ yú
属于
to be classified as; to belong to; to be part of
jiā shǔ
家属
family member; (family) dependent
jīn shǔ
金属
metal
qīn shǔ
亲属
kin; kindred; relatives
fù shǔ
附属
subsidiary; auxiliary; attached; affiliated
guī shǔ
归属
to belong to; to be affiliated to; to fall under the jurisdiction of; a place where one feels that one belongs
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
属
属
属
属
属
属
属
属
LEARNING TIP
Remember 属
Say “shǔ” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 12 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 属
Common words and phrases
shǔ yú
to be classified as; to belong to; to be part of
jiā shǔ
family member; (family) dependent
jīn shǔ
metal
qīn shǔ
kin; kindred; relatives
fù shǔ
subsidiary; auxiliary; attached; affiliated
guī shǔ
to belong to; to be affiliated to; to fall under the jurisdiction of; a place where one feels that one belongs
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 属?
属 is written with 12 strokes.
What does 属 (shǔ) mean?
属 (shǔ) means category.
What is the radical of 属?
The radical of 属 is 尸, associated with Not yet classified.