COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 估 is built
Traditional etymology note: 亻 (person) suggests the meaning, while 古 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 估 (gū) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
to estimate
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STROKE BY STROKE
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Follow all 7 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
gū
估
to estimate
Common words
gū jì
估计
to estimate; to assess; to calculate; (coll.) to reckon; to think (that ...)
píng gū
评估
to evaluate; to assess; assessment; evaluation
dī gū
低估
to underestimate; to underrate
gū suàn
估算
assessment; evaluation
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
估
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 估
Say “gū” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 7 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 估
Common words and phrases
gū jì
to estimate; to assess; to calculate; (coll.) to reckon; to think (that ...)
píng gū
to evaluate; to assess; assessment; evaluation
dī gū
to underestimate; to underrate
gū suàn
assessment; evaluation
IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“估”。
Zhège zì shì “gū”.
This character is “估”.
我正在学习“估”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “gū” zì.
I am learning the character “估”.
请写一遍“估”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “gū”.
Please write “估” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 估?
估 is written with 7 strokes.
What does 估 (gū) mean?
估 (gū) means to estimate.
What is the radical of 估?
The radical of 估 is 亻, associated with Not yet classified.