COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 吾 is built
Traditional etymology note: 口 (mouth) suggests the meaning, while 五 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 吾 (wú) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
surname Wu
wúTone 2 (Rising)Pitch goes up like asking ‘What?’
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STROKE BY STROKE
Static stroke diagrams
Follow all 7 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
wú
吾
surname Wu
Common words
wú
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surname Wu
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 吾
Say “wú” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 7 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
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Common words and phrases
wú
surname Wu
IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“吾”。
Zhège zì shì “wú”.
This character is “吾”.
我正在学习“吾”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “wú” zì.
I am learning the character “吾”.
请写一遍“吾”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “wú”.
Please write “吾” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 吾?
吾 is written with 7 strokes.
What does 吾 (wú) mean?
吾 (wú) means surname Wu.
What is the radical of 吾?
The radical of 吾 is 口, associated with Not yet classified.