COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 鉤 is built
Traditional etymology note: A metal 釒 hook 句; 句 also provides the pronunciation
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How to Write 鉤 (gōu) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
hook, barb, sickle; to hook, to link
gōuTone 1 (High)Keep your pitch high and level.
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STROKE BY STROKE
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Follow all 13 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
gōu
鉤
hook, barb, sickle; to hook, to link
Common words
gōu
鉤
hook, barb, sickle; to hook, to link
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 鉤
Say “gōu” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 13 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 鉤
Common words and phrases
gōu
hook, barb, sickle; to hook, to link
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 鉤?
鉤 is written with 13 strokes.
What does 鉤 (gōu) mean?
鉤 (gōu) means hook, barb, sickle; to hook, to link.
What is the radical of 鉤?
The radical of 鉤 is 釒, associated with Not yet classified.