How to Write 公
The character 公 (gōng) is written with 4 strokes. Follow the standard Chinese stroke order: top to bottom, left to right, outside before inside. The radical 八 is one of its key components.
Practice the correct stroke order with the Hanzi Writer app to see animated stroke-by-stroke guidance with real-time feedback.
Meaning & Pronunciation
公 is pronounced gōng in Mandarin Chinese. It means Public, official, or male.
As an HSK Level 2 character, 公 is among the first characters beginners learn.
Common Words with 公
Example Sentences
我们去公园散步。
wǒ men qù gōng yuán sàn bù
We are going for a walk in the park.
他在一家公司工作。
tā zài yī jiā gōng sī gōng zuò
He works at a company.
请保护公共卫生。
qǐng bǎo hù gōng gòng wèi shēng
Please maintain public hygiene.
Practice Writing 公 (gōng)
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