How many strokes does 上 have?

上 (shang4), meaning "up; above" has 3 strokes. Use the step-by-step stroke order on this page before practicing the character by hand.

How do you write 上 in Chinese?

Write 上 (shang4), meaning "up; above" by following the stroke sequence shown on this page, 3 strokes in total. The breakdown helps learners see the order before using animated practice in QuShiZi.

What is the best way to practice 上 stroke order?

First observe the full shape of 上, then trace each stroke in order, and finally repeat the character in short review sessions. QuShiZi is designed for this lookup-then-practice flow.

Hanzi stroke order

上 stroke order (shang4)

上

Pinyin: shang4Meaning: up; above3 strokes

Step-by-step stroke breakdown (3 strokes)

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How to write 上

Learn the correct stroke order for the Chinese character 上. This page breaks the character into 3 strokes so beginners can see the writing sequence before practicing by hand.

Pinyin: shang4. Meaning: up; above.

Example words

上午 · shang4 wu3 · morning
上学 · shang4 xue2 · go to school

Use the stroke cards above to check the order, then practice in the app for animated writing demos, voice-first lookup, pinyin support, and quick review.

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