COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 艏 is built
Traditional etymology note: The head 首 of a ship 舟; 首 also provides the pronunciation
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How to Write 艏 (shǒu) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
bow of a ship
shǒuTone 3 (Dipping)Let your pitch fall, then rise.
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STROKE BY STROKE
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Follow all 15 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
shǒu
艏
bow of a ship
Common words
shǒu
艏
bow of a ship
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 艏
Say “shǒu” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 15 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 艏
Common words and phrases
shǒu
bow of a ship
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 艏?
艏 is written with 15 strokes.
What does 艏 (shǒu) mean?
艏 (shǒu) means bow of a ship.
What is the radical of 艏?
The radical of 艏 is 舟, associated with Not yet classified.