COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 苟 is built
Traditional etymology note: 艹 (wild grass) suggests the meaning, while 句 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 苟 (gǒu) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
(literary) if indeed
gǒuTone 3 (Dipping)Let your pitch fall, then rise.
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STROKE BY STROKE
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Follow all 8 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
gǒu
苟
(literary) if indeed
Common words
yì sī bù gǒu
一丝不苟
not one thread loose (idiom); strictly according to the rules; meticulous; not one hair out of place
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 苟
Say “gǒu” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 8 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
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Common words and phrases
yì sī bù gǒu
not one thread loose (idiom); strictly according to the rules; meticulous; not one hair out of place
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 苟?
苟 is written with 8 strokes.
What does 苟 (gǒu) mean?
苟 (gǒu) means (literary) if indeed.
What is the radical of 苟?
The radical of 苟 is 艹, associated with Not yet classified.