COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 抄 is built
Traditional etymology note: 扌 (hand) suggests the meaning, while 少 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 抄 (chāo) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
to make a copy
chāoTone 1 (High)Keep your pitch high and level.
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STROKE BY STROKE
Static stroke diagrams
Follow all 7 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
chāo
抄
to make a copy
Common words
chāo xí
抄袭
to plagiarize; to copy; to attack the flank or rear of an enemy
chāo
抄
to make a copy; to plagiarize; to search and seize; to raid
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 抄
Say “chāo” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 7 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 抄
Common words and phrases
chāo xí
to plagiarize; to copy; to attack the flank or rear of an enemy
chāo
to make a copy; to plagiarize; to search and seize; to raid
IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“抄”。
Zhège zì shì “chāo”.
This character is “抄”.
我正在学习“抄”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “chāo” zì.
I am learning the character “抄”.
请写一遍“抄”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “chāo”.
Please write “抄” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 抄?
抄 is written with 7 strokes.
What does 抄 (chāo) mean?
抄 (chāo) means to make a copy.
What is the radical of 抄?
The radical of 抄 is 扌, associated with Not yet classified.