COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 钥 is built
Traditional etymology note: 钅 (metal) suggests the meaning, while 月 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 钥 (yào) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
key
yàoTone 4 (Falling)Drop your pitch sharply and firmly.
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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
yào
钥
key
Common words
yào shi
钥匙
key
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 钥
Say “yào” 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 钥
Common words and phrases
yào shi
key
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 钥?
钥 is written with 9 strokes.
What does 钥 (yào) mean?
钥 (yào) means key.
What is the radical of 钥?
The radical of 钥 is 钅, associated with Not yet classified.