草
Character Breakdown
Components: 艹 + 早
Plants in early morning — grass
Details
| Pinyin | cǎo |
| Meanings | grass, straw |
| Stroke Count | 9 |
| Radical | 艹 (#140 — grass) |
| HSK Levels | HSK 3, HSK 6 |
| Frequency | #200 most common |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does 草 mean in Chinese?
草 (cǎo) means "grass, straw" in Chinese. It appears in HSK level 3, 6.
How many strokes does 草 have?
The Chinese character 草 has 9 strokes. Its radical is 艹 (grass).
What is the radical of 草?
The radical of 草 is 艹 (grass, Kangxi radical #140).