How to Write 幼 (yòu)
Detailed Mastery Guide for 幼
The character 幼 (Traditional: 幼) is a fundamental part of the Chinese language, representing "Young / Child". In our Level 3 curriculum, we focus on the 5-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 Family & People, making it a versatile addition to your vocabulary.
Key Vocabulary
Radical Breakdown
Breaking it down: The character 幼 is built on the radical 幺 (52). Understanding radicals like this is a proven technique for accelerating vocabulary acquisition.
Etymology & Origins
Phono-semantic compound: 幺 (small/tiny) + 力 (force/strength). Originally represented a tiny or weak child.
Example Sentence
Simplified: 他从幼年时期就开始学习钢琴。
Tā cóng yòunián shíqī jiù kāishǐ xuéxí gāngqín.
Traditional: 他從幼年時期就開始學習鋼琴。
taa1 cung4 au3 nin4 si4 kei4 zau6 hoi1 ci2 hok6 zaap6 gong1 kam4.
"He started learning the piano from childhood."
Dialect Pronunciation
In Mandarin, this character is pronounced as yòu. If you are learning Cantonese, the pronunciation is jau3. 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
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