COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 误 is built
Traditional etymology note: 讠 (speech) suggests the meaning, while 吴 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 误 (wù) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
mistake
wùTone 4 (Falling)Drop your pitch sharply and firmly.
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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
wù
误
mistake
Common words
cuò wù
错误
mistaken; false; wrong; error; mistake
wù huì
误会
to misunderstand; to mistake; misunderstanding
shī wù
失误
lapse; mistake; to make a mistake; fault
dān wù
耽误
to delay; to hold up; to waste time; to interfere with
wù jiě
误解
to misunderstand; misunderstanding
wù chā
误差
difference; error; inaccuracy
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 误
Say “wù” 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 误
Common words and phrases
cuò wù
mistaken; false; wrong; error; mistake
wù huì
to misunderstand; to mistake; misunderstanding
shī wù
lapse; mistake; to make a mistake; fault
dān wù
to delay; to hold up; to waste time; to interfere with
wù jiě
to misunderstand; misunderstanding
wù chā
difference; error; inaccuracy
IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“误”。
Zhège zì shì “wù”.
This character is “误”.
我正在学习“误”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “wù” zì.
I am learning the character “误”.
请写一遍“误”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “wù”.
Please write “误” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 误?
误 is written with 9 strokes.
What does 误 (wù) mean?
误 (wù) means mistake.
What is the radical of 误?
The radical of 误 is 讠, associated with Not yet classified.