COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 泅 is built
Traditional etymology note: 氵 (water) suggests the meaning, while 囚 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 泅 (qiú) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
to swim (bound form)
qiúTone 2 (Rising)Pitch goes up like asking ‘What?’
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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
qiú
泅
to swim (bound form)
Common words
qiú
泅
to swim (bound form)
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 泅
Say “qiú” 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.
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Common words and phrases
qiú
to swim (bound form)
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 泅?
泅 is written with 8 strokes.
What does 泅 (qiú) mean?
泅 (qiú) means to swim (bound form).
What is the radical of 泅?
The radical of 泅 is 氵, associated with Not yet classified.