COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 扭 is built
Traditional etymology note: 扌 (hand) suggests the meaning, while 丑 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 扭 (niǔ) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
to turn
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STROKE BY STROKE
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Follow all 7 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
niǔ / niu
扭
to turn
Common words
biè niu
别扭
awkward; difficult; uncomfortable; not agreeing
niǔ qū
扭曲
to twist; to warp; to distort
niǔ tóu
扭头
to turn one's head; to turn around
niǔ zhuǎn
扭转
to reverse; to turn around (an undesirable situation); (mechanics) torsion
niǔ
扭
to turn; to twist; to wring; to sprain
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
扭
扭
扭
扭
扭
扭
扭
扭
LEARNING TIP
Remember 扭
Say “niǔ” 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.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 扭
Common words and phrases
biè niu
awkward; difficult; uncomfortable; not agreeing
niǔ qū
to twist; to warp; to distort
niǔ tóu
to turn one's head; to turn around
niǔ zhuǎn
to reverse; to turn around (an undesirable situation); (mechanics) torsion
niǔ
to turn; to twist; to wring; to sprain
IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“扭”。
Zhège zì shì “niǔ”.
This character is “扭”.
我正在学习“扭”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “niǔ” zì.
I am learning the character “扭”.
请写一遍“扭”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “niǔ”.
Please write “扭” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 扭?
扭 is written with 7 strokes.
What does 扭 (niǔ) mean?
扭 (niǔ) means to turn.
What is the radical of 扭?
The radical of 扭 is 扌, associated with Not yet classified.