COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 穴 is built
Traditional etymology note: The mouth of a cave
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How to Write 穴 (xué) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
cave
xuéTone 2 (Rising)Pitch goes up like asking ‘What?’
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STROKE BY STROKE
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Follow all 5 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
xué
穴
cave
Common words
cháo xué
巢穴
lair; nest; den; hideout
dòng xué
洞穴
cave; cavern
xué wèi
穴位
acupuncture point; location of a grave
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 穴
Say “xué” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 5 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 穴
Common words and phrases
cháo xué
lair; nest; den; hideout
dòng xué
cave; cavern
xué wèi
acupuncture point; location of a grave
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 穴?
穴 is written with 5 strokes.
What does 穴 (xué) mean?
穴 (xué) means cave.
What is the radical of 穴?
The radical of 穴 is 穴, associated with Not yet classified.