COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 波 is built
Traditional etymology note: 氵 (water) suggests the meaning, while 皮 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 波 (bō) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
Poland
bōTone 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
bō
波
Poland
Common words
bēn bō
奔波
to rush about; to be constantly on the move
bō dòng
波动
to undulate; to fluctuate; wave motion; rise and fall
bō jí
波及
to spread to; to involve; to affect
bō lán
波澜
billows; great waves (fig. of a story with great momentum)
bō làng
波浪
wave
bō tāo
波涛
great waves; billows
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
波
波
波
波
波
波
波
波
LEARNING TIP
Remember 波
Say “bō” 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.
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Common words and phrases
bēn bō
to rush about; to be constantly on the move
bō dòng
to undulate; to fluctuate; wave motion; rise and fall
bō jí
to spread to; to involve; to affect
bō lán
billows; great waves (fig. of a story with great momentum)
bō làng
wave
bō tāo
great waves; billows
IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“波”。
Zhège zì shì “bō”.
This character is “波”.
我正在学习“波”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “bō” zì.
I am learning the character “波”.
请写一遍“波”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “bō”.
Please write “波” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 波?
波 is written with 8 strokes.
What does 波 (bō) mean?
波 (bō) means Poland.
What is the radical of 波?
The radical of 波 is 氵, associated with Not yet classified.