COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 灶 is built
Traditional etymology note: A clay 土 oven 火
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How to Write 灶 (zào) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
kitchen stove
zàoTone 4 (Falling)Drop your pitch sharply and firmly.
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STROKE BY STROKE
Static stroke diagrams
Follow all 7 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
zào
灶
kitchen stove
Common words
zào
灶
kitchen stove; kitchen; mess; canteen
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 灶
Say “zào” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 7 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
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Common words and phrases
zào
kitchen stove; kitchen; mess; canteen
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 灶?
灶 is written with 7 strokes.
What does 灶 (zào) mean?
灶 (zào) means kitchen stove.
What is the radical of 灶?
The radical of 灶 is 火, associated with Not yet classified.