候
候
Character Breakdown
Components: 亻 + 矦
A person watching with arrows — to wait
Details
| Stroke Count | 10 |
| Radical | 亻 (#9 — person) |
| HSK Levels | HSK 2, HSK 4, HSK 5, HSK 6 |
| Frequency | #307 most common |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does 候 mean in Chinese?
候 is a Chinese character with the radical 亻.
How many strokes does 候 have?
The Chinese character 候 has 10 strokes. Its radical is 亻 (person).
What is the radical of 候?
The radical of 候 is 亻 (person, Kangxi radical #9).