COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 铺 is built
Traditional etymology note: 钅 (money) suggests the meaning, while 甫 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 铺 (pù) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
to spread
pùTone 4 (Falling)Drop your pitch sharply and firmly.
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STROKE BY STROKE
Static stroke diagrams
Follow all 12 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
pù / pū
铺
to spread
Common words
diàn pù
店铺
store; shop
pū lù
铺路
to pave (with paving stones); to lay a road; (fig.) to lay the groundwork (for sth); to give a present to sb to ensure success
wò pù
卧铺
a bed (on a train); a couchette
pù
铺
plank bed; place to sleep; shop; store
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 铺
Say “pù” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 12 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 铺
Common words and phrases
diàn pù
store; shop
pū lù
to pave (with paving stones); to lay a road; (fig.) to lay the groundwork (for sth); to give a present to sb to ensure success
wò pù
a bed (on a train); a couchette
pù
plank bed; place to sleep; shop; store
IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“铺”。
Zhège zì shì “pù”.
This character is “铺”.
我正在学习“铺”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “pù” zì.
I am learning the character “铺”.
请写一遍“铺”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “pù”.
Please write “铺” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 铺?
铺 is written with 12 strokes.
What does 铺 (pù) mean?
铺 (pù) means to spread.
What is the radical of 铺?
The radical of 铺 is 钅, associated with Not yet classified.