语 (yǔ): Stroke Order, Meaning & How to Write

Languages and speech systems

In these words, 语 refers to a specific language or the concept of language itself.

HSK 1

Words and expressions

Here, 语 means a word, phrase, or type of expression.

HSK 4

cí词

yǔ语

words and expressions

HSK 5

chéng成

yǔ语

set phrase; idiom; proverb

HSK 3.0 · L7-9

sú俗

yǔ语

Colloquialism

HSK 6

mí谜

yǔ语

riddle; conundrum

Spoken and written language features

语 as a prefix

These words describe aspects or forms of language, such as grammar, tone, or speech sounds.

HSK 4

yǔ语

fǎ法

grammar

HSK 5

yǔ语

qì气

tone; manner of speaking; mood

HSK 3.0 · L5

yǔ语

yīn音

speech sounds

HSK 3.0 · L5

yǔ语

wén文

Chinese language (as a school subject); language and literature

语 (yǔ): To speak — Stroke Order & Writing Guide

Animated Stroke Order 语

Stroke Order Diagrams 语

Character Breakdown

Free Printable Handwriting Practice with Stroke Order: 语

How to Use 语

Languages and speech systems

HSK Vocabulary: 语

Example Sentences

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Words and expressions

Spoken and written language features

Related Characters

Same Sound

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