How to Write 座
The character 座 (zuò) is written with 10 strokes. Follow the standard Chinese stroke order: top to bottom, left to right, outside before inside. The radical 广 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
座 is pronounced zuò in Mandarin Chinese. It means Seat; base; (classifier for large objects).
As an HSK Level 2 character, 座 is among the first characters beginners learn.
Common Words with 座
Example Sentences
这里有座位吗？
zhè lǐ yǒu zuò wèi ma
Are there any seats here?
桌子上有一个座钟。
zhuō zi shàng yǒu yí gè zuò zhōng
There is a desk clock on the table.
你是什么星座的？
nǐ shì shén me xīng zuò de
What is your zodiac sign?
Practice Writing 座 (zuò)
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