COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 昭 is built
Traditional etymology note: 日 (sun) suggests the meaning, while 召 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 昭 (zhāo) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
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zhāoTone 1 (High)Keep your pitch high and level.
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STROKE BY STROKE
Static stroke diagrams
Follow all 9 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
zhāo
昭
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Common words
zhāo
昭
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Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 昭
Say “zhāo” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 9 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 昭
Common words and phrases
zhāo
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Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 昭?
昭 is written with 9 strokes.
What does 昭 (zhāo) mean?
昭 (zhāo) means bright.
What is the radical of 昭?
The radical of 昭 is 日, associated with Not yet classified.