How to Write 角 (jiǎo)
Detailed Mastery Guide for 角
The character 角 (Traditional: 角) is a fundamental part of the Chinese language, representing "Jiao currency / Corner". In our Level 2 curriculum, we focus on the 7-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 Money & Adjectives, making it a versatile addition to your vocabulary.
Key Vocabulary
Radical Breakdown
Breaking it down: The character 角 is built on the radical 角 (No. 148). Understanding radicals like this is a proven technique for accelerating vocabulary acquisition.
Etymology & Origins
A pictograph of an animal horn, evolving into characters representing shapes and roles.
Example Sentence
Simplified: 这张桌子的四个角都很尖。
Zhè zhāng zhuōzi de sì gè jiǎo dōu hěn jiān.
Traditional: 這張桌子的四個角都很尖。
Ze1 zoeng1 coek3 zi2 dik1 sei3 go3 gok3 dou1 han2 zim1.
"The four corners of this table are very sharp."
Dialect Pronunciation
In Mandarin, this character is pronounced as jiǎo. If you are learning Cantonese, the pronunciation is gok3. 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 '角'?
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