How to Write 拱
The character 拱 (gǒng) is written with 9 strokes. Follow the standard Chinese stroke order: top to bottom, left to right, outside before inside. The radical 扌 is one of its key components.
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Meaning & Pronunciation
拱 is pronounced gǒng in Mandarin Chinese. It means to arch; to cup one's hands.
Common Words with 拱
拱桥
gǒng qiáo
arch bridge
拱手
gǒng shǒu
to cup one's hands in salute
拱门
gǒng mén
archway; arched door
Example Sentences
这是一座石拱桥。
zhè shì yī zuò shí gǒng qiáo
This is a stone arch bridge.
他向大家拱手致意。
tā xiàng dà jiā gǒng shǒu zhì yì
He cupped his hands to greet everyone.
穿过那道拱门。
chuān guò nà dào gǒng mén
Pass through that archway.
Practice Writing 拱 (gǒng)
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