COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 枸 is built
Traditional etymology note: 木 (tree) suggests the meaning, while 句 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 枸 (gǒu) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
bent
gǒuTone 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
gǒu
枸
bent
Common words
gǒu
枸
bent
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
枸
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 枸
Say “gǒu” 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 枸
Common words and phrases
gǒu
bent
IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“枸”。
Zhège zì shì “gǒu”.
This character is “枸”.
我正在学习“枸”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “gǒu” zì.
I am learning the character “枸”.
请写一遍“枸”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “gǒu”.
Please write “枸” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 枸?
枸 is written with 9 strokes.
What does 枸 (gǒu) mean?
枸 (gǒu) means bent.
What is the radical of 枸?
The radical of 枸 is 木, associated with Not yet classified.