COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 叔 is built
Traditional etymology note: The smaller 小 brother
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How to Write 叔 (shū) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
uncle
shūTone 1 (High)Keep your pitch high and level.
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STROKE BY STROKE
Static stroke diagrams
Follow all 8 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
shū
叔
uncle
Common words
shū shu
叔叔
father's younger brother; uncle; Taiwan pr. [shu2 shu5]
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 叔
Say “shū” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 8 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 叔
Common words and phrases
shū shu
father's younger brother; uncle; Taiwan pr. [shu2 shu5]
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 叔?
叔 is written with 8 strokes.
What does 叔 (shū) mean?
叔 (shū) means uncle.
What is the radical of 叔?
The radical of 叔 is 又, associated with Not yet classified.