How to Write 倒
The character 倒 (dǎo) is written with 10 strokes. Follow the standard Chinese stroke order: top to bottom, left to right, outside before inside. The radical 亻 is one of its key components.
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Meaning & Pronunciation
倒 is pronounced dǎo in Mandarin Chinese. It means To fall; to pour; conversely; upside down..
This is a polyphonic character with readings: dǎo, dào.
As an HSK Level 2 character, 倒 is among the first characters beginners learn.
Common Words with 倒
Example Sentences
路上有冰，走路要小心不要摔倒。
lù shàng yǒu bīng zǒu lù yào xiǎo xīn bú yào shuāi dǎo
There is ice on the road; be careful not to slip and fall.
这家商场因为经营不善倒闭了。
zhè jiā shāng chǎng yīn wèi jīng yíng bù shàn dǎo bì le
This shopping mall went out of business due to poor management.
湖面上映射着柳树的倒影。
hú miàn shàng yìng shè zhe liǔ shù de dào yǐng
The reflection of the willow trees is mirrored on the lake surface.
在狭窄的巷子里倒车非常考验技术。
zài xiá zhǎi de xiàng zi lǐ dào chē fēi cháng kǎo yàn jì shù
Reversing a car in a narrow alley is a real test of skill.
Practice Writing 倒 (dǎo)
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