COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
Understanding 攵
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Use the stroke animation above to study the character’s complete form.
Traditional etymology note: A fist made with one's right hand
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How to Write 攵 (pū) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
to rap, to tap; script; to let go
pūTone 1 (High)Keep your pitch high and level.
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STROKE BY STROKE
Static stroke diagrams
Follow all 4 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
pū
攵
to rap, to tap; script; to let go
Common words
pū
攵
to rap, to tap; script; to let go
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 攵
Say “pū” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 4 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 攵
Common words and phrases
pū
to rap, to tap; script; to let go
IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“攵”。
Zhège zì shì “pū”.
This character is “攵”.
我正在学习“攵”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “pū” zì.
I am learning the character “攵”.
请写一遍“攵”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “pū”.
Please write “攵” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 攵?
攵 is written with 4 strokes.
What does 攵 (pū) mean?
攵 (pū) means to rap, to tap; script; to let go.
What is the radical of 攵?
The radical of 攵 is 攵, associated with Not yet classified.