COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 拖 is built
Traditional etymology note: 扌 (hand) suggests the meaning, while the phonetic component suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 拖 (tuō) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
to drag
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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
tuō
拖
to drag
Common words
tuō xié
拖鞋
slippers; sandals; flip-flops
tuō yán
拖延
to delay; to put off; to procrastinate
tuō lěi
拖累
to encumber; to be a burden on; to implicate
tuō qiàn
拖欠
in arrears; behind in payments; to default on one's debts
tuō
拖
to drag; to tow; to trail; to hang down
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
拖
拖
拖
拖
拖
拖
拖
拖
LEARNING TIP
Remember 拖
Say “tuō” 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 拖
Common words and phrases
tuō xié
slippers; sandals; flip-flops
tuō yán
to delay; to put off; to procrastinate
tuō lěi
to encumber; to be a burden on; to implicate
tuō qiàn
in arrears; behind in payments; to default on one's debts
tuō
to drag; to tow; to trail; to hang down
IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“拖”。
Zhège zì shì “tuō”.
This character is “拖”.
我正在学习“拖”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “tuō” zì.
I am learning the character “拖”.
请写一遍“拖”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “tuō”.
Please write “拖” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 拖?
拖 is written with 8 strokes.
What does 拖 (tuō) mean?
拖 (tuō) means to drag.
What is the radical of 拖?
The radical of 拖 is 扌, associated with Not yet classified.