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How to Write 右 (yòu) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet

(bound form) right; right-hand side

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STROKE BY STROKE

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yòu

(bound form) right; right-hand side

Common words

yòu biān

右边

right side; right, to the right

zuǒ yòu

左右

left and right; nearby; approximately; attendant

zuò yòu míng

座右铭

motto; maxim

zuǒ gù yòu pàn

左顾右盼

glancing to left and right (idiom); to look all around

yòu

(bound form) right; right-hand side; (bound form) (politics) right of center; (bound form) (old) west; (literary) the right side as the side of precedence

Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY

Understanding 右

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

A verified component breakdown for 右 is not available yet. Focus on its 5-stroke sequence, overall shape, and pronunciation “yòu” while practicing.

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LEARNING TIP

Remember 右

Say “yòu” 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.

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WORDS WITH 右

Common words and phrases

右边

yòu biān

right side; right, to the right

左右

zuǒ yòu

left and right; nearby; approximately; attendant

座右铭

zuò yòu míng

motto; maxim

左顾右盼

zuǒ gù yòu pàn

glancing to left and right (idiom); to look all around

yòu

(bound form) right; right-hand side; (bound form) (politics) right of center; (bound form) (old) west; (literary) the right side as the side of precedence

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IN CONTEXT

Example sentences

这个字是“右”。

Zhège zì shì “yòu”.

This character is “右”.

我正在学习“右”字。

Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “yòu” zì.

I am learning the character “右”.

请写一遍“右”。

Qǐng xiě yí biàn “yòu”.

Please write “右” once.

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Frequently asked questions

How many strokes are in 右?

右 is written with 5 strokes.

What does 右 (yòu) mean?

右 (yòu) means (bound form) right; right-hand side.

What is the radical of 右?

The radical of 右 is 口, associated with Not yet classified.