COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 摇 is built
Traditional etymology note: 扌 (hand) suggests the meaning, while 䍃 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 摇 (yáo) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
to shake
yáoTone 2 (Rising)Pitch goes up like asking ‘What?’
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
yáo
摇
to shake
Common words
dòng yáo
动摇
to sway; to waver; to rock; to rattle
yáo bǎi
摇摆
to sway; to wobble; to waver
yáo huàng
摇晃
to rock; to shake; to sway
yáo lán
摇篮
cradle
yáo yáo yù zhuì
摇摇欲坠
tottering; on the verge of collapse
yáo
摇
to shake; to rock; to row; to crank
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 摇
Say “yáo” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 13 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
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Common words and phrases
dòng yáo
to sway; to waver; to rock; to rattle
yáo bǎi
to sway; to wobble; to waver
yáo huàng
to rock; to shake; to sway
yáo lán
cradle
yáo yáo yù zhuì
tottering; on the verge of collapse
yáo
to shake; to rock; to row; to crank
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 摇?
摇 is written with 13 strokes.
What does 摇 (yáo) mean?
摇 (yáo) means to shake.
What is the radical of 摇?
The radical of 摇 is 扌, associated with Not yet classified.