COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 怊 is built
Traditional etymology note: 忄 (heart) suggests the meaning, while 召 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 怊 (chāo) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
(literary) sad; sorrowful; disappointed; frustrated
chāoTone 1 (High)Keep your pitch high and level.
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Follow all 8 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
chāo
怊
(literary) sad; sorrowful; disappointed; frustrated
Common words
chāo
怊
(literary) sad; sorrowful; disappointed; frustrated
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 怊
Say “chāo” 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.
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Common words and phrases
chāo
(literary) sad; sorrowful; disappointed; frustrated
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 怊?
怊 is written with 8 strokes.
What does 怊 (chāo) mean?
怊 (chāo) means (literary) sad; sorrowful; disappointed; frustrated.
What is the radical of 怊?
The radical of 怊 is 忄, associated with Not yet classified.