yāo ㄧㄠ jiu3 HSK 1 HSK 4

  • (bound form) to demand; to coerce

yào ㄧㄠˋ jiu3 準備級 2 · Novice 2 進階級 · Level 3

Stroke order

Practice writing

Draw 要 (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

  • 要得。 It is feasible.
  • 不要动。 Don't move.
  • 他要愛。 He wants affection.
  • 我要睡覺 I want to sleep.
  • 他要钱。 He wants the money.

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