COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 竽 is built
Traditional etymology note: ⺮ (flute) suggests the meaning, while 于 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 竽 (yú) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
free reed wind instrument similar to the sheng 笙[sheng1], used in ancient China
yúTone 2 (Rising)Pitch goes up like asking ‘What?’
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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
yú
竽
free reed wind instrument similar to the sheng 笙[sheng1], used in ancient China
Common words
yú
竽
free reed wind instrument similar to the sheng 笙[sheng1], used in ancient China
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 竽
Say “yú” 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.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 竽
Common words and phrases
yú
free reed wind instrument similar to the sheng 笙[sheng1], used in ancient China
IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“竽”。
Zhège zì shì “yú”.
This character is “竽”.
我正在学习“竽”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “yú” zì.
I am learning the character “竽”.
请写一遍“竽”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “yú”.
Please write “竽” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 竽?
竽 is written with 9 strokes.
What does 竽 (yú) mean?
竽 (yú) means free reed wind instrument similar to the sheng 笙[sheng1], used in ancient China.
What is the radical of 竽?
The radical of 竽 is ⺮, associated with Not yet classified.