COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 沽 is built
Traditional etymology note: 氵 (water) suggests the meaning, while 古 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 沽 (gū) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
to buy
gūTone 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
gū
沽
to buy
Common words
gū
沽
to buy
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 沽
Say “gū” 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 沽
Common words and phrases
gū
to buy
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 沽?
沽 is written with 8 strokes.
What does 沽 (gū) mean?
沽 (gū) means to buy.
What is the radical of 沽?
The radical of 沽 is 氵, associated with Not yet classified.