COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 抽 is built
Traditional etymology note: 扌 (hand) suggests the meaning, while 由 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 抽 (chōu) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
to draw out
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STROKE BY STROKE
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Follow all 8 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
chōu
抽
to draw out
Common words
chōu jiǎng
抽奖
to draw a prize; a lottery; a raffle
chōu xiàng
抽象
abstract; abstraction
chōu chá
抽查
random inspection; to do a spot check
chōu qiān
抽签
to perform divination with sticks; to draw lots; a ballot (in share dealing)
chōu tì
抽屉
drawer
chōu yàng
抽样
sample; sampling
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 抽
Say “chōu” 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 抽
Common words and phrases
chōu jiǎng
to draw a prize; a lottery; a raffle
chōu xiàng
abstract; abstraction
chōu chá
random inspection; to do a spot check
chōu qiān
to perform divination with sticks; to draw lots; a ballot (in share dealing)
chōu tì
drawer
chōu yàng
sample; sampling
IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“抽”。
Zhège zì shì “chōu”.
This character is “抽”.
我正在学习“抽”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “chōu” zì.
I am learning the character “抽”.
请写一遍“抽”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “chōu”.
Please write “抽” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 抽?
抽 is written with 8 strokes.
What does 抽 (chōu) mean?
抽 (chōu) means to draw out.
What is the radical of 抽?
The radical of 抽 is 扌, associated with Not yet classified.