COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 後 is built
Traditional etymology note: One step 彳 coming behind another 夂; 幺 provides the pronunciation
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How to Write 後 (hòu) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
after; behind, rear; descendants
hòuTone 4 (Falling)Drop your pitch sharply and firmly.
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STROKE BY STROKE
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Follow all 9 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
hòu
後
after; behind, rear; descendants
Common words
hòu
後
after; behind, rear; descendants
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 後
Say “hòu” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 9 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 後
Common words and phrases
hòu
after; behind, rear; descendants
IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“後”。
Zhège zì shì “hòu”.
This character is “後”.
我正在学习“後”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “hòu” zì.
I am learning the character “後”.
请写一遍“後”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “hòu”.
Please write “後” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 後?
後 is written with 9 strokes.
What does 後 (hòu) mean?
後 (hòu) means after; behind, rear; descendants.
What is the radical of 後?
The radical of 後 is 彳, associated with Not yet classified.