COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 钩 is built
Traditional etymology note: A metal 钅 hook 勾; 勾 also provides the pronunciation
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How to Write 钩 (gōu) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
to hook
gōuTone 1 (High)Keep your pitch high and level.
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STROKE BY STROKE
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Follow all 9 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
gōu
钩
to hook
Common words
guà gōu
挂钩
to couple; to link; to hook together; (fig.) (preceded by 與|与[yu3] + {entity}) to establish contact (with {entity}); (Tw) to collude (with {entity}); (fig.) to link (marketing efforts with production etc); to peg (welfare payments to inflation etc); to tie (remuneration to performance etc); hook (on which to hang sth); latch hook; coupling
gōu
钩
to hook; to sew; to crochet; hook
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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钩
钩
钩
钩
钩
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 钩
Say “gōu” 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 钩
Common words and phrases
guà gōu
to couple; to link; to hook together; (fig.) (preceded by 與|与[yu3] + {entity}) to establish contact (with {entity}); (Tw) to collude (with {entity}); (fig.) to link (marketing efforts with production etc); to peg (welfare payments to inflation etc); to tie (remuneration to performance etc); hook (on which to hang sth); latch hook; coupling
gōu
to hook; to sew; to crochet; hook
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 钩?
钩 is written with 9 strokes.
What does 钩 (gōu) mean?
钩 (gōu) means to hook.
What is the radical of 钩?
The radical of 钩 is 钅, associated with Not yet classified.