牛
Meaning:
ox, cow, bull
HSK 2
Frequency:
#4396
Pinyin:
niú
Strokes:
4
Radical:
牛
How to Write 牛 - 4 Strokes
Watch how each stroke is written step-by-step
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About "牛" in Chinese
The Chinese character 牛 (niú) means "ox, cow, bull". It is classified as an HSK 2 character, making it essential for beginners. This character is written with 4 strokes. Common words containing 牛 include: 丑牛, 乳牛, 公牛.
📚 Words and Phrases with 牛
Common words containing this character
📜 Etymology
Type: Pictographic
Origin: An ox's horned head
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
- How do you pronounce "牛"?
- The pinyin is niú
- How many strokes does "牛" have?
- It has 4 strokes
- What does "牛" mean?
- ox, cow, bull
- What is the radical of "牛"?
- The radical is "牛"