COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 岳 is built
Traditional etymology note: A mountain 山 range surrounded by hills 丘
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How to Write 岳 (yuè) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
high mountain
yuèTone 4 (Falling)Drop your pitch sharply and firmly.
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STROKE BY STROKE
Static stroke diagrams
Follow all 8 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
yuè
岳
high mountain
Common words
yuè fù
岳父
wife's father, father-in-law
yuè mǔ
岳母
wife's mother, mother-in-law
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 岳
Say “yuè” 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 岳
Common words and phrases
yuè fù
wife's father, father-in-law
yuè mǔ
wife's mother, mother-in-law
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 岳?
岳 is written with 8 strokes.
What does 岳 (yuè) mean?
岳 (yuè) means high mountain.
What is the radical of 岳?
The radical of 岳 is 山, associated with Not yet classified.