COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 钮 is built
Traditional etymology note: 钅 (metal) suggests the meaning, while 丑 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 钮 (niǔ) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
surname Niu
niǔTone 3 (Dipping)Let your pitch fall, then rise.
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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
niǔ
钮
surname Niu
Common words
àn niǔ
按钮
push button
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 钮
Say “niǔ” 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 钮
Common words and phrases
àn niǔ
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IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“钮”。
Zhège zì shì “niǔ”.
This character is “钮”.
我正在学习“钮”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “niǔ” zì.
I am learning the character “钮”.
请写一遍“钮”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “niǔ”.
Please write “钮” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 钮?
钮 is written with 9 strokes.
What does 钮 (niǔ) mean?
钮 (niǔ) means surname Niu.
What is the radical of 钮?
The radical of 钮 is 钅, associated with Not yet classified.