COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 陡 is built
Traditional etymology note: 阝 (hill) suggests the meaning, while 走 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 陡 (dǒu) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
steep
dǒuTone 3 (Dipping)Let your pitch fall, then rise.
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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
dǒu
陡
steep
Common words
dǒu qiào
陡峭
precipitous
dǒu
陡
steep; precipitous; abrubtly; suddenly
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 陡
Say “dǒu” 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.
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Common words and phrases
dǒu qiào
precipitous
dǒu
steep; precipitous; abrubtly; suddenly
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 陡?
陡 is written with 9 strokes.
What does 陡 (dǒu) mean?
陡 (dǒu) means steep.
What is the radical of 陡?
The radical of 陡 is 阝, associated with Not yet classified.