COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 保 is built
Traditional etymology note: 亻 (person) suggests the meaning, while 呆 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 保 (bǎo) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
to defend; to protect; to keep
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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
bǎo
保
to defend; to protect; to keep
Common words
bǎo hù
保护
to protect; to defend; to safeguard; protection
bǎo zhèng
保证
guarantee; to guarantee; to ensure; to safeguard
huán bǎo
环保
environmental protection; environmentally friendly; abbr. for 環境保護|环境保护[huan2 jing4 bao3 hu4]
bǎo ān
保安
to ensure public security; to ensure safety (for workers engaged in production); public security; security guard
bǎo chí
保持
to keep; to maintain; to hold; to preserve
bǎo cún
保存
to conserve; to preserve; to keep; to save (a file etc) (computing)
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 保
Say “bǎo” 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 保
Common words and phrases
bǎo hù
to protect; to defend; to safeguard; protection
bǎo zhèng
guarantee; to guarantee; to ensure; to safeguard
huán bǎo
environmental protection; environmentally friendly; abbr. for 環境保護|环境保护[huan2 jing4 bao3 hu4]
bǎo ān
to ensure public security; to ensure safety (for workers engaged in production); public security; security guard
bǎo chí
to keep; to maintain; to hold; to preserve
bǎo cún
to conserve; to preserve; to keep; to save (a file etc) (computing)
IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“保”。
Zhège zì shì “bǎo”.
This character is “保”.
我正在学习“保”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “bǎo” zì.
I am learning the character “保”.
请写一遍“保”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “bǎo”.
Please write “保” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 保?
保 is written with 9 strokes.
What does 保 (bǎo) mean?
保 (bǎo) means to defend; to protect; to keep.
What is the radical of 保?
The radical of 保 is 亻, associated with Not yet classified.