COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 抠 is built
Traditional etymology note: 扌 (hand) suggests the meaning, while 区 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 抠 (kōu) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
to dig; to pick; to scratch (with a finger or sth pointed)
kōuTone 1 (High)Keep your pitch high and level.
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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
kōu
抠
to dig; to pick; to scratch (with a finger or sth pointed)
Common words
kōu
抠
to dig; to pick; to scratch (with a finger or sth pointed); to carve; to cut; to study meticulously; stingy; miserly
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 抠
Say “kōu” 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 抠
Common words and phrases
kōu
to dig; to pick; to scratch (with a finger or sth pointed); to carve; to cut; to study meticulously; stingy; miserly
IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“抠”。
Zhège zì shì “kōu”.
This character is “抠”.
我正在学习“抠”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “kōu” zì.
I am learning the character “抠”.
请写一遍“抠”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “kōu”.
Please write “抠” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 抠?
抠 is written with 7 strokes.
What does 抠 (kōu) mean?
抠 (kōu) means to dig; to pick; to scratch (with a finger or sth pointed).
What is the radical of 抠?
The radical of 抠 is 扌, associated with Not yet classified.