COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 秋 is built
Traditional etymology note: The time of year when farmers would burn 禾 crops 火
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How to Write 秋 (qiū) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
autumn
qiūTone 1 (High)Keep your pitch high and level.
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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
qiū
秋
autumn
Common words
qiū tiān
秋天
autumn
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 秋
Say “qiū” 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
qiū tiān
autumn
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 秋?
秋 is written with 9 strokes.
What does 秋 (qiū) mean?
秋 (qiū) means autumn.
What is the radical of 秋?
The radical of 秋 is 禾, associated with Not yet classified.