COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 枢 is built
Traditional etymology note: 木 (tree) suggests the meaning, while 区 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 枢 (shū) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
(bound form) hinge; pivot (usu. fig.)
shūTone 1 (High)Keep your pitch high and level.
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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
shū
枢
(bound form) hinge; pivot (usu. fig.)
Common words
shū niǔ
枢纽
hub (e.g. of traffic network); hinge; pivot; fulcrum
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 枢
Say “shū” 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 枢
Common words and phrases
shū niǔ
hub (e.g. of traffic network); hinge; pivot; fulcrum
IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“枢”。
Zhège zì shì “shū”.
This character is “枢”.
我正在学习“枢”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “shū” zì.
I am learning the character “枢”.
请写一遍“枢”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “shū”.
Please write “枢” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 枢?
枢 is written with 8 strokes.
What does 枢 (shū) mean?
枢 (shū) means (bound form) hinge; pivot (usu. fig.).
What is the radical of 枢?
The radical of 枢 is 木, associated with Not yet classified.