COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 矩 is built
Traditional etymology note: 矢 (arrow) suggests the meaning, while 巨 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 矩 (jǔ) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
carpenter's square
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STROKE BY STROKE
Static stroke diagrams
Follow all 9 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
jǔ
矩
carpenter's square
Common words
guī jǔ
规矩
lit. compass and set square; fig. established standard; rule; customs
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
矩
矩
矩
矩
矩
矩
矩
矩
LEARNING TIP
Remember 矩
Say “jǔ” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 9 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
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Common words and phrases
guī jǔ
lit. compass and set square; fig. established standard; rule; customs
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 矩?
矩 is written with 9 strokes.
What does 矩 (jǔ) mean?
矩 (jǔ) means carpenter's square.
What is the radical of 矩?
The radical of 矩 is 矢, associated with Not yet classified.