COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 躬 is built
Traditional etymology note: To bow 弓 one's body 身; 弓 also provides the pronunciation
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How to Write 躬 (gōng) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
(literary) body (of a human, esp. the torso)
gōngTone 1 (High)Keep your pitch high and level.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
gōng
躬
(literary) body (of a human, esp. the torso)
Common words
jū gōng
鞠躬
to bow; (literary) to bend down
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 躬
Say “gōng” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 10 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
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Common words and phrases
jū gōng
to bow; (literary) to bend down
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 躬?
躬 is written with 10 strokes.
What does 躬 (gōng) mean?
躬 (gōng) means (literary) body (of a human, esp. the torso).
What is the radical of 躬?
The radical of 躬 is 身, associated with Not yet classified.