How to Write 国
The character 国 (guó) is written with 8 strokes. To write it correctly, follow the standard Chinese stroke order: start from top to bottom, left to right, and outside before inside. The radical 囗 is one of its key components.
Practicing the correct stroke order helps you memorize the character faster and write more naturally. Use the Hanzi Writer app below to see an animated stroke-by-stroke guide and practice with real-time feedback.
Meaning & Pronunciation
国 is pronounced guó in Mandarin Chinese. It means country; nation; state.
As an HSK Level 1 character, 国 is among the first 150 words that beginners learn. You will encounter it frequently in everyday Chinese conversations, reading materials, and beginner textbooks.
Common Words with 国
Here are common Chinese words and phrases that contain the character 国:
Example Sentences
See how 国 (guó) is used in real Chinese sentences:
我是中国人。
wǒ shì zhōng guó rén
I am Chinese.
他明年要出国。
tā míng nián yào chū guó
He is going abroad next year.
这个国家很大。
zhè ge guó jiā hěn dà
This country is very large.
Practice Writing 国 (guó)
Open Hanzi Writer to see the animated stroke order and practice writing 国 with real-time feedback. Master the correct stroke sequence step by step.