COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 茹 is built
Traditional etymology note: 艹 (plant) suggests the meaning, while 如 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 茹 (rú) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
to eat
rúTone 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
rú
茹
to eat
Common words
rú
茹
to eat
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 茹
Say “rú” 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 茹
Common words and phrases
rú
to eat
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 茹?
茹 is written with 9 strokes.
What does 茹 (rú) mean?
茹 (rú) means to eat.
What is the radical of 茹?
The radical of 茹 is 艹, associated with Not yet classified.