COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 纽 is built
Traditional etymology note: 纟 (thread) suggests the meaning, while 丑 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 纽 (niǔ) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
to turn
niǔTone 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
niǔ
纽
to turn
Common words
niǔ dài
纽带
tie; link; bond
niǔ kòu
纽扣
button
shū niǔ
枢纽
hub (e.g. of traffic network); hinge; pivot; fulcrum
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 纽
Say “niǔ” 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 纽
Common words and phrases
niǔ dài
tie; link; bond
niǔ kòu
button
shū niǔ
hub (e.g. of traffic network); hinge; pivot; fulcrum
IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“纽”。
Zhège zì shì “niǔ”.
This character is “纽”.
我正在学习“纽”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “niǔ” zì.
I am learning the character “纽”.
请写一遍“纽”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “niǔ”.
Please write “纽” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 纽?
纽 is written with 7 strokes.
What does 纽 (niǔ) mean?
纽 (niǔ) means to turn.
What is the radical of 纽?
The radical of 纽 is 纟, associated with Not yet classified.