How to Write 哭 (kū)
Detailed Mastery Guide for 哭
The character 哭 (Traditional: 哭) is a fundamental part of the Chinese language, representing "Cry / Weep". In our Level 2 curriculum, we focus on the 10-step stroke sequence to ensure your handwriting is both fast and accurate.
Writing & Recognition
Proper stroke order is essential for character recognition and legibility. By following the animation above, you can see how the character is built from top to bottom and left to right. This character is often categorized under Furniture & Emotions, making it a versatile addition to your vocabulary.
Key Vocabulary
Radical Breakdown
Breaking it down: The character 哭 is built on the radical 口 (30). Understanding radicals like this is a proven technique for accelerating vocabulary acquisition.
Etymology & Origins
An ideogram showing two eyes (two 口s) above a mouth (大), depicting a person with wide open eyes and a mouth making a sound of wailing.
Example Sentence
Simplified: 她因为难过而哭泣。
tā yīnwèi nánguò ér kūqì.
Traditional: 她因為難過而哭泣。
taa1 jan1 wai6 naan4 gwo3 ji4 huk1 jap1.
"She is crying because she is sad."
Dialect Pronunciation
In Mandarin, this character is pronounced as kū. If you are learning Cantonese, the pronunciation is huk1. Use the audio buttons to hear the subtle tonal differences between the two major Chinese dialects.
Practice & Retention
To move this character from short-term to long-term memory, we recommend using our free practice sheet generator. Writing the character 10-15 times while following the correct sequence is a proven method for mastery.
Quick Self-Check
What is the meaning of '哭'?
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