COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 狐 is built
Traditional etymology note: 犭 (dog) suggests the meaning, while 瓜 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 狐 (hú) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
fox
húTone 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
hú
狐
fox
Common words
hú li
狐狸
fox; fig. sly and treacherous person
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 狐
Say “hú” 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 狐
Common words and phrases
hú li
fox; fig. sly and treacherous person
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 狐?
狐 is written with 8 strokes.
What does 狐 (hú) mean?
狐 (hú) means fox.
What is the radical of 狐?
The radical of 狐 is 犭, associated with Not yet classified.