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护 (hù)

Meaning:

to defend, to guard, to protect; shelter; endorse

HSK 2

Frequency: #2656

Pinyin: hù

Strokes: 7

Radical: 扌

How to Write 护 - 7 Strokes

Watch how each stroke is written step-by-step

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About "护" in Chinese

The Chinese character 护 (hù) means "to defend, to guard, to protect; shelter; endorse". It is classified as an HSK 2 character, making it essential for beginners. This character is written with 7 strokes. Common words containing 护 include: 佑护, 保护, 偏护.

📚 Words and Phrases with 护

Common words containing this character

佑护 you4 hu4

保护 bao3 hu4

偏护 pian1 hu4

to protect a croney

加护 jia1 hu4

intensive care (in hospital)

回护 hui2 hu4

to stick up for a wrongdoer

围护 wei2 hu4

to protect from all sides

守护 shou3 hu4

to shelter; to protect; to provide refuge

📜 Etymology

Type: Ideographic

Origin: Guarding 扌 a home 户; 户 also provides the pronunciation

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How do you pronounce "护"?: The pinyin is hù
How many strokes does "护" have?: It has 7 strokes
What does "护" mean?: to defend, to guard, to protect; shelter; endorse
What is the radical of "护"?: The radical is "扌"