(shǒu)

Meaning:

chief, head, leader

HSK 3
Frequency: #8980
Pinyin: shǒu
Strokes: 9
Radical:

How to Write - 9 Strokes

Watch how each stroke is written step-by-step

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About "首" in Chinese

The Chinese character (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

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"