古文

古文 wén ㄍㄨˇ ㄨㄣˊ gu2 man4

  • old language
  • the Classics
  • Classical Chinese as a literary model, esp. in Tang and Song prose
  • Classical Chinese as a school subject

Stroke order

Practice writing

Draw 古 (1 of 2) — stroke by stroke.

Draw each stroke of the character in order using your mouse or finger. A hint appears after three misses.

Character breakdown

Example sentences

  • 神話讓我們能透悉古文明。 The myth offers insights into the ancient civilization.

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