COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 鸦 is built
Traditional etymology note: 鸟 (bird) suggests the meaning, while 牙 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 鸦 (yā) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
crow
yāTone 1 (High)Keep your pitch high and level.
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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
yā
鸦
crow
Common words
yā què wú shēng
鸦雀无声
lit. crow and peacock make no sound; absolute silence (idiom); not a single voice can be heard; absolute silence
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
鸦
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鸦
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鸦
LEARNING TIP
Remember 鸦
Say “yā” 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 鸦
Common words and phrases
yā què wú shēng
lit. crow and peacock make no sound; absolute silence (idiom); not a single voice can be heard; absolute silence
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 鸦?
鸦 is written with 9 strokes.
What does 鸦 (yā) mean?
鸦 (yā) means crow.
What is the radical of 鸦?
The radical of 鸦 is 鸟, associated with Not yet classified.