COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 拗 is built
Traditional etymology note: 扌 (hand) suggests the meaning, while 幼 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 拗 (ào) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
to bend in two so as to break
àoTone 4 (Falling)Drop your pitch sharply and firmly.
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Follow all 8 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
ào
拗
to bend in two so as to break
Common words
ào
拗
to bend in two so as to break
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 拗
Say “ào” 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
ào
to bend in two so as to break
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 拗?
拗 is written with 8 strokes.
What does 拗 (ào) mean?
拗 (ào) means to bend in two so as to break.
What is the radical of 拗?
The radical of 拗 is 扌, associated with Not yet classified.