作
Meaning:
to make; to write, to compose; to act, to perform
HSK 1
Frequency:
#269
Pinyin:
zuò
Strokes:
7
Radical:
亻
How to Write 作 - 7 Strokes
Watch how each stroke is written step-by-step
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About "作" in Chinese
The Chinese character 作 (zuò) means "to make; to write, to compose; to act, to perform". It is classified as an HSK 1 character, making it essential for beginners. This character is written with 7 strokes. Common words containing 作 include: 下作, 亦作, 仵作.
📚 Words and Phrases with 作
Common words containing this character
📜 Etymology
Type: Ideographic
Origin: A person 亻 making something for the first time 乍; 乍 also provides the pronunciation
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
- How do you pronounce "作"?
- The pinyin is zuò
- How many strokes does "作" have?
- It has 7 strokes
- What does "作" mean?
- to make; to write, to compose; to act, to perform
- What is the radical of "作"?
- The radical is "亻"