COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 导 is built
Traditional etymology note: A hand 寸 pointing the way to someplace 巳
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How to Write 导 (dǎo) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
to transmit
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STROKE BY STROKE
Static stroke diagrams
Follow all 6 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
dǎo
导
to transmit
Common words
dǎo yóu
导游
tour guide; guidebook; to conduct a tour
dǎo yǎn
导演
to direct; director (film etc)
dǎo zhì
导致
to lead to; to create; to cause; to bring about
lǐng dǎo
领导
lead; leading; to lead; leadership
zhǐ dǎo
指导
to guide; to give directions; to direct; to coach
dǎo shī
导师
tutor; teacher; academic advisor
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
导
导
导
导
导
导
导
导
LEARNING TIP
Remember 导
Say “dǎo” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 6 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 导
Common words and phrases
dǎo yóu
tour guide; guidebook; to conduct a tour
dǎo yǎn
to direct; director (film etc)
dǎo zhì
to lead to; to create; to cause; to bring about
lǐng dǎo
lead; leading; to lead; leadership
zhǐ dǎo
to guide; to give directions; to direct; to coach
dǎo shī
tutor; teacher; academic advisor
IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“导”。
Zhège zì shì “dǎo”.
This character is “导”.
我正在学习“导”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “dǎo” zì.
I am learning the character “导”.
请写一遍“导”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “dǎo”.
Please write “导” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 导?
导 is written with 6 strokes.
What does 导 (dǎo) mean?
导 (dǎo) means to transmit.
What is the radical of 导?
The radical of 导 is 寸, associated with Not yet classified.