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How to Write 兆 (zhào) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet

(bound form) omen

zhàoTone 4 (Falling)Drop your pitch sharply and firmly.

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STROKE BY STROKE

Static stroke diagrams

Follow all 6 strokes in the correct order.

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zhào

(bound form) omen

Common words

yù zhào

预兆

omen; sign (of sth yet to occur); prior indication; to foreshadow

zhào tou

兆头

omen; portent; sign

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

COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY

Understanding 兆

Detailed component breakdown coming soon

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

Traditional etymology note: Cracks in oracle bones used in fortune-telling

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LEARNING TIP

Remember 兆

Say “zhào” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 6 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.

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WORDS WITH 兆

Common words and phrases

预兆

yù zhào

omen; sign (of sth yet to occur); prior indication; to foreshadow

兆头

zhào tou

omen; portent; sign

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IN CONTEXT

Example sentences

这个字是“兆”。

Zhège zì shì “zhào”.

This character is “兆”.

我正在学习“兆”字。

Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “zhào” zì.

I am learning the character “兆”.

请写一遍“兆”。

Qǐng xiě yí biàn “zhào”.

Please write “兆” once.

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Frequently asked questions

How many strokes are in 兆?

兆 is written with 6 strokes.

What does 兆 (zhào) mean?

兆 (zhào) means (bound form) omen.

What is the radical of 兆?

The radical of 兆 is 儿, associated with Not yet classified.