COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 芤 is built
Traditional etymology note: 艹 (grass) suggests the meaning, while 孔 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 芤 (kōu) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
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kōuTone 1 (High)Keep your pitch high and level.
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STROKE BY STROKE
Static stroke diagrams
Follow all 7 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
kōu
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Common words
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Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 芤
Say “kōu” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 7 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 芤
Common words and phrases
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IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“芤”。
Zhège zì shì “kōu”.
This character is “芤”.
我正在学习“芤”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “kōu” zì.
I am learning the character “芤”.
请写一遍“芤”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “kōu”.
Please write “芤” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 芤?
芤 is written with 7 strokes.
What does 芤 (kōu) mean?
芤 (kōu) means hollow.
What is the radical of 芤?
The radical of 芤 is 艹, associated with Not yet classified.