jiǎo ㄐㄧㄠˇ gaau2 HSK 7-9

  • to twist (strands into a thread)
  • to entangle
  • to wring
  • to hang (by the neck)
  • to turn
  • to wind
  • classifier for skeins of yarn

Stroke order

Practice writing

Draw 绞 (1 of 1) — 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

  • 他因谋杀罪被绞死。 He was hanged for murder.

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