COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 幽 is built
Traditional etymology note: Small niches 幺 in the mountainside 山; 幺 also provides the pronunciation
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How to Write 幽 (yōu) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
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yōuTone 1 (High)Keep your pitch high and level.
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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
yōu
幽
remote
Common words
yōu mò
幽默
(loanword) humor; humorous
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 幽
Say “yōu” 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
yōu mò
(loanword) humor; humorous
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 幽?
幽 is written with 9 strokes.
What does 幽 (yōu) mean?
幽 (yōu) means remote.
What is the radical of 幽?
The radical of 幽 is 幺, associated with Not yet classified.