COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 沟 is built
Traditional etymology note: 氵 (water) suggests the meaning, while 勾 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 沟 (gōu) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
ditch
gōuTone 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
gōu
沟
ditch
Common words
gōu tōng
沟通
to join; to connect; to link up; to communicate
gōu
沟
ditch; gutter; groove; gully
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
沟
沟
沟
沟
沟
沟
沟
沟
LEARNING TIP
Remember 沟
Say “gōu” 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.
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Common words and phrases
gōu tōng
to join; to connect; to link up; to communicate
gōu
ditch; gutter; groove; gully
IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“沟”。
Zhège zì shì “gōu”.
This character is “沟”.
我正在学习“沟”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “gōu” zì.
I am learning the character “沟”.
请写一遍“沟”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “gōu”.
Please write “沟” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 沟?
沟 is written with 7 strokes.
What does 沟 (gōu) mean?
沟 (gōu) means ditch.
What is the radical of 沟?
The radical of 沟 is 氵, associated with Not yet classified.