COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 昴 is built
Traditional etymology note: 日 (sun) suggests the meaning, while 卯 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 昴 (mǎo) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
the Pleiades
mǎoTone 3 (Dipping)Let your pitch fall, then rise.
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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
mǎo
昴
the Pleiades
Common words
mǎo
昴
the Pleiades
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 昴
Say “mǎo” 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 昴
Common words and phrases
mǎo
the Pleiades
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 昴?
昴 is written with 9 strokes.
What does 昴 (mǎo) mean?
昴 (mǎo) means the Pleiades.
What is the radical of 昴?
The radical of 昴 is 日, associated with Not yet classified.