Character Animation

Character: 幽

Pinyin: yōu (you1)

Meaning: remote / hidden away / secluded / serene / peaceful / to imprison / in superstition indicates the underworld / ancient district spanning Liaonang and Hebei provinces

Practice Writing

Click "Start Practice" to draw the character "幽" with your mouse

Stroke Breakdown

Learning Tips

  • Watch the animation carefully to understand the stroke order and direction
  • Study the stroke breakdown section to learn the shape of each stroke
  • Practice on paper multiple times, paying attention to the start, middle, and end of each stroke
  • The animation loops automatically so you can watch and learn repeatedly

Character Structure

IDS Decomposition

⿰ 幺 幺

Same Pronunciation

Pinyin: yōu

Same Radical (2)

Radical: 幺