How to Write 凋
The character 凋 (diāo) is written with 10 strokes. Follow the standard Chinese stroke order: top to bottom, left to right, outside before inside. The radical 冫 is one of its key components.
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Meaning & Pronunciation
凋 is pronounced diāo in Mandarin Chinese. It means to wither; to fade.
Common Words with 凋
凋谢
diāo xiè
to wither and fade (of flowers)
凋零
diāo líng
to wither away; to pass away
凋落
diāo luò
to wither and fall
Example Sentences
花朵在秋天凋谢了。
huā duǒ zài qiū tiān diāo xiè le
The flowers withered in autumn.
树叶凋零，冬天来了。
shù yè diāo líng dōng tiān lái le
The leaves are withering; winter is coming.
花瓣凋落了一地。
huā bàn diāo luò le yī dì
Petals are scattered all over the ground.
Practice Writing 凋 (diāo)
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