COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 灸 is built
Traditional etymology note: 火 (fire) suggests the meaning, while 久 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 灸 (jiǔ) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
moxibustion (TCM)
jiǔTone 3 (Dipping)Let your pitch fall, then rise.
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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
jiǔ
灸
moxibustion (TCM)
Common words
zhēn jiǔ
针灸
acupuncture and moxibustion; to give or have acupuncture and moxibustion
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 灸
Say “jiǔ” 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.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 灸
Common words and phrases
zhēn jiǔ
acupuncture and moxibustion; to give or have acupuncture and moxibustion
IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“灸”。
Zhège zì shì “jiǔ”.
This character is “灸”.
我正在学习“灸”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “jiǔ” zì.
I am learning the character “灸”.
请写一遍“灸”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “jiǔ”.
Please write “灸” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 灸?
灸 is written with 7 strokes.
What does 灸 (jiǔ) mean?
灸 (jiǔ) means moxibustion (TCM).
What is the radical of 灸?
The radical of 灸 is 火, associated with Not yet classified.