COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 孥 is built
Traditional etymology note: 子 (son) suggests the meaning, while 奴 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 孥 (nú) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
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núTone 2 (Rising)Pitch goes up like asking ‘What?’
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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
nú
孥
child
Common words
nú
孥
child
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 孥
Say “nú” 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 孥
Common words and phrases
nú
child
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 孥?
孥 is written with 8 strokes.
What does 孥 (nú) mean?
孥 (nú) means child.
What is the radical of 孥?
The radical of 孥 is 子, associated with Not yet classified.