COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 狡 is built
Traditional etymology note: 犭 (dog) suggests the meaning, while 交 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 狡 (jiǎo) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
crafty
jiǎoTone 3 (Dipping)Let your pitch fall, then rise.
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STROKE BY STROKE
Static stroke diagrams
Follow all 9 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
jiǎo
狡
crafty
Common words
jiǎo huá
狡猾
crafty; cunning; sly
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 狡
Say “jiǎo” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 9 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 狡
Common words and phrases
jiǎo huá
crafty; cunning; sly
IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“狡”。
Zhège zì shì “jiǎo”.
This character is “狡”.
我正在学习“狡”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “jiǎo” zì.
I am learning the character “狡”.
请写一遍“狡”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “jiǎo”.
Please write “狡” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 狡?
狡 is written with 9 strokes.
What does 狡 (jiǎo) mean?
狡 (jiǎo) means crafty.
What is the radical of 狡?
The radical of 狡 is 犭, associated with Not yet classified.