COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 郊 is built
Traditional etymology note: 阝 (place) suggests the meaning, while 交 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 郊 (jiāo) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
suburbs
jiāoTone 1 (High)Keep your pitch high and level.
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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
jiāo
郊
suburbs
Common words
jiāo qū
郊区
suburban district; outskirts; suburbs
jiāo wài
郊外
outskirts
jiāo yóu
郊游
to go for an outing; to go on an excursion
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 郊
Say “jiāo” 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
jiāo qū
suburban district; outskirts; suburbs
jiāo wài
outskirts
jiāo yóu
to go for an outing; to go on an excursion
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 郊?
郊 is written with 8 strokes.
What does 郊 (jiāo) mean?
郊 (jiāo) means suburbs.
What is the radical of 郊?
The radical of 郊 is 阝, associated with Not yet classified.