COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 犸 is built
Traditional etymology note: 犭 (animal) suggests the meaning, while 马 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 犸 (mǎ) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
mammoth
mǎTone 3 (Dipping)Let your pitch fall, then rise.
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STROKE BY STROKE
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Follow all 6 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
mǎ
犸
mammoth
Common words
mǎ
犸
mammoth
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 犸
Say “mǎ” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 6 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 犸
Common words and phrases
mǎ
mammoth
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 犸?
犸 is written with 6 strokes.
What does 犸 (mǎ) mean?
犸 (mǎ) means mammoth.
What is the radical of 犸?
The radical of 犸 is 犭, associated with Not yet classified.