COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 掉 is built
Traditional etymology note: 扌 (hand) suggests the meaning, while 卓 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 掉 (diào) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
to fall
diàoTone 4 (Falling)Drop your pitch sharply and firmly.
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STROKE BY STROKE
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Follow all 11 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
diào
掉
to fall
Common words
diào duì
掉队
to fall behind; to drop out
diào tóu
掉头
to turn one's head; to turn round; to turn about
diào
掉
to fall; to drop; to lag behind; to lose
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
掉
掉
掉
掉
掉
掉
掉
掉
LEARNING TIP
Remember 掉
Say “diào” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 11 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
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Common words and phrases
diào duì
to fall behind; to drop out
diào tóu
to turn one's head; to turn round; to turn about
diào
to fall; to drop; to lag behind; to lose
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 掉?
掉 is written with 11 strokes.
What does 掉 (diào) mean?
掉 (diào) means to fall.
What is the radical of 掉?
The radical of 掉 is 扌, associated with Not yet classified.