首
Meaning:
chief, head, leader
HSK 3
Frequency:
#8980
Pinyin:
shǒu
Strokes:
9
Radical:
首
How to Write 首 - 9 Strokes
Watch how each stroke is written step-by-step
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About "首" in Chinese
The Chinese character 首 (shǒu) means "chief, head, leader". It is classified as an HSK 3 character, making it important for intermediate learners. This character is written with 9 strokes. Common words containing 首 include: 上首, 俯首, 元首.
📚 Words and Phrases with 首
Common words containing this character
📜 Etymology
Type: Ideographic
Origin: A deer's head 自 adorned with antlers 丷
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
- How do you pronounce "首"?
- The pinyin is shǒu
- How many strokes does "首" have?
- It has 9 strokes
- What does "首" mean?
- chief, head, leader
- What is the radical of "首"?
- The radical is "首"