溯源

溯源 yuán ㄙㄨˋ ㄩㄢˊ sou3 jyun4

  • to investigate the origin of sth
  • to trace a river upstream back to its source

Stroke order

Practice writing

Draw 溯 (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

  • 若追根溯源,绝大多数美国人都是移民。 Most Americans are descended from immigrants.
  • 如果追根溯源的话,绝大多数美国人都是移民。 Most Americans are descended from immigrants.

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