COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 包 is built
Traditional etymology note: To swaddle 勹 a baby 巳; 勹 also provides the pronunciation
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How to Write 包 (bāo) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
to cover
bāoTone 1 (High)Keep your pitch high and level.
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STROKE BY STROKE
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Follow all 5 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
bāo
包
to cover
Common words
bāo zǐ
包子
bao (steamed stuffed bun)
miàn bāo
面包
bread
shū bāo
书包
schoolbag; satchel; bookbag
bēi bāo
背包
knapsack; rucksack; infantry pack; field pack
hóng bāo
红包
money wrapped in red as a gift; bonus payment; kickback; bribe
bāo guǒ
包裹
to wrap up; to bind up; bundle; parcel
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 包
Say “bāo” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 5 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 包
Common words and phrases
bāo zǐ
bao (steamed stuffed bun)
miàn bāo
bread
shū bāo
schoolbag; satchel; bookbag
bēi bāo
knapsack; rucksack; infantry pack; field pack
hóng bāo
money wrapped in red as a gift; bonus payment; kickback; bribe
bāo guǒ
to wrap up; to bind up; bundle; parcel
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 包?
包 is written with 5 strokes.
What does 包 (bāo) mean?
包 (bāo) means to cover.
What is the radical of 包?
The radical of 包 is 勹, associated with Not yet classified.