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How to Write 丂 (kǎo) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet

"breath" or "sigh" component in Chinese characters

kǎoTone 3 (Dipping)Let your pitch fall, then rise.

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STROKE BY STROKE

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Follow all 2 strokes in the correct order.

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kǎo

丂

"breath" or "sigh" component in Chinese characters

Common words

kǎo

丂

"breath" or "sigh" component in Chinese characters

Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
丂
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Practice slowly. Accuracy comes before speed.StrokeSheet · 丂 · kǎo

COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY

Understanding 丂

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Use the stroke animation above to study the character’s complete form.

A verified component breakdown for 丂 is not available yet. Focus on its 2-stroke sequence, overall shape, and pronunciation “kǎo” while practicing.

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LEARNING TIP

Remember 丂

Say “kǎo” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 2 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.

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WORDS WITH 丂

Common words and phrases

丂

kǎo

"breath" or "sigh" component in Chinese characters

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Frequently asked questions

How many strokes are in 丂?

丂 is written with 2 strokes.

What does 丂 (kǎo) mean?

丂 (kǎo) means "breath" or "sigh" component in Chinese characters.

What is the radical of 丂?

The radical of 丂 is 一, associated with Not yet classified.