COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 拉 is built
Traditional etymology note: 扌 (hand) suggests the meaning, while 立 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 拉 (lā) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
to pull
lāTone 1 (High)Keep your pitch high and level.
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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
lā
拉
to pull
Common words
lā dòng
拉动
to pull; (fig.) to stimulate (economic activity); to motivate (people to do sth)
lā liàn
拉链
zipper
lā lǒng
拉拢
to rope in; fig. to involve sb; to entice
yì lā guàn
易拉罐
pull-top can; easy-open can (with ring-pull)
lā
拉
to pull; to play (a bowed instrument); to drag; to draw
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
拉
拉
拉
拉
拉
拉
拉
拉
LEARNING TIP
Remember 拉
Say “lā” 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 拉
Common words and phrases
lā dòng
to pull; (fig.) to stimulate (economic activity); to motivate (people to do sth)
lā liàn
zipper
lā lǒng
to rope in; fig. to involve sb; to entice
yì lā guàn
pull-top can; easy-open can (with ring-pull)
lā
to pull; to play (a bowed instrument); to drag; to draw
IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“拉”。
Zhège zì shì “lā”.
This character is “拉”.
我正在学习“拉”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “lā” zì.
I am learning the character “拉”.
请写一遍“拉”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “lā”.
Please write “拉” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 拉?
拉 is written with 8 strokes.
What does 拉 (lā) mean?
拉 (lā) means to pull.
What is the radical of 拉?
The radical of 拉 is 扌, associated with Not yet classified.