COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 昼 is built
Traditional etymology note: When the sun is a foot 尺 above the horizon 旦
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How to Write 昼 (zhòu) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
daytime
zhòuTone 4 (Falling)Drop your pitch sharply and firmly.
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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
zhòu
昼
daytime
Common words
zhòu yè
昼夜
day and night; period of 24 hours; continuously, without stop
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 昼
Say “zhòu” 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.
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Common words and phrases
zhòu yè
day and night; period of 24 hours; continuously, without stop
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 昼?
昼 is written with 9 strokes.
What does 昼 (zhòu) mean?
昼 (zhòu) means daytime.
What is the radical of 昼?
The radical of 昼 is 尸, associated with Not yet classified.