COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 枓 is built
Traditional etymology note: 木 (wood) suggests the meaning, while 斗 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 枓 (dǒu) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
square base for Chinese flagstaff
dǒuTone 3 (Dipping)Let your pitch fall, then rise.
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STROKE BY STROKE
Static stroke diagrams
Follow all 8 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
dǒu
枓
square base for Chinese flagstaff
Common words
dǒu
枓
square base for Chinese flagstaff
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 枓
Say “dǒu” 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.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 枓
Common words and phrases
dǒu
square base for Chinese flagstaff
IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“枓”。
Zhège zì shì “dǒu”.
This character is “枓”.
我正在学习“枓”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “dǒu” zì.
I am learning the character “枓”.
请写一遍“枓”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “dǒu”.
Please write “枓” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 枓?
枓 is written with 8 strokes.
What does 枓 (dǒu) mean?
枓 (dǒu) means square base for Chinese flagstaff.
What is the radical of 枓?
The radical of 枓 is 木, associated with Not yet classified.