朱 Stroke Order — How to Write 朱
朱 is written in 6 strokes, following the standard Chinese stroke order. Start from the radical 木, then complete the remaining strokes.
Stroke order matters in Chinese: it keeps the character balanced, and it is how dictionaries and handwriting input methods expect a character to be written.
朱 Radical and Character Components
朱 is an ideographic compound. The color of the sap 一 of some trees 木.
Radical: 木 + 2 more strokes
朱 Pronunciation and Pinyin
- zhū
Meanings of 朱 in Chinese
1
zhū朱
vermilion; cinnabar red
故宫的墙壁多为朱红色。
The walls of the Forbidden City are mostly vermilion.
a Chinese surname
朱自清是中国著名作家。
Zhu Ziqing is a famous Chinese writer.
Common Words and Phrases with 朱
1
a red-inked writing brush
老师用朱笔批改了学生的作业。
The teacher used a red-ink brush to correct the students' homework.
2
a type of red gem or the color red.
夕阳将天空染成了朱丹色，美不胜收。
The setting sun dyed the sky vermilion, a sight of breathtaking beauty.
3
Vermilion; a bright red color.
她的嘴唇涂上了朱红色的口红，显得格外娇艳。
Her lips were painted with vermilion lipstick, looking exceptionally delicate and beautiful.
4
red cord or ribbon used to tie an ancient Chinese emperor's ceremonial crown.
她身着华服，头戴乌纱帽，帽下的朱紘鲜艳夺目
She was dressed in splendid clothes, wearing a black gauze cap, and the vermilion chin strap under the cap was dazzling.
5
an examination paper copied in red ink specifically for the examiner in imperial civil service examinations
在古代科举中，誉录生会将考生的答卷誊抄成朱卷，供阅卷官批阅，以保证公平。
In ancient imperial examinations, transcribers would copy candidates' answer sheets into Zhūjuǎn for examiners to review, ensuring fairness.
6
Carriages with red wheels and elaborately painted hubs, symbolizing the vehicles of high-ranking officials or the wealthy in ancient China.
古时候，只有身份显赫的达官显贵才能乘坐朱轮华毂出行。
In ancient times, only eminent officials and nobles of high status were entitled to travel in carriages adorned with vermilion wheels and ornate hubs.
7
Vermilion gates of wealthy or noble families, often used to refer to the wealthy elite themselves.
她从小生活在朱门大院，过着衣食无忧的富足生活
She grew up within the red gates of a wealthy estate, leading a prosperous life free from worries about food and clothing.
8
Zhūmò refers to (1) red and black colors, often used in printing, and (2) cinnabar ink, an ink stick made from cinnabar.
古时批改文章，常用朱墨表示修改或批注。
In ancient times, when correcting essays, crimson and black inks were often used to indicate revisions or annotations.
9
Comments or remarks written in red, especially by an emperor or high official in ancient China.
这本书的眉批和朱批，记录了作者修订过程中的思考。
The marginal notes and vermilion endorsements in this book record the author's thoughts during the revision process.
10
red lacquer; red paint
这座古老的木门上刷着鲜亮的朱漆，显得格外庄重。
The ancient wooden door was painted with bright vermilion lacquer, making it appear exceptionally solemn.
11
Cinnabar, a red mercury sulfide mineral (HgS) which is the main ore for mercury and also used in traditional Chinese medicine.
这幅画的红色颜料中含有朱砂。
The red pigment in this painting contains cinnabar.
12
Zhushaan (Ciguang Temple) is a Buddhist temple built during the Ming Dynasty, located at the foot of Zhusha Peak in Huangshan (Yellow Mountain).
我们计划在周末前往黄山，探访古老的朱砂庵，感受那里的宁静与庄严。
We plan to visit Huangshan this weekend to explore the ancient Zhu Sha An and experience its tranquility and solemnity.
13
Raised characters on a seal.
这枚古印章上的朱文清晰可辨，笔画流畅，是难得的艺术珍品。
The raised characters on this ancient seal are clearly discernible, with fluid strokes, making it a rare artistic treasure.
14
A string (for a musical instrument) made from boiled and scoured silk.
古琴弹奏者轻轻拨动朱弦，发出悠扬的乐声。
The guqin player gently plucked the vermilion strings, producing melodious music.
More words with 朱
- zhū朱què雀Vermilion Bird, Suzaku
- zhū朱xī熹Zhu Xi, Chu Hsi
- zhū朱chún唇red lips, vermilion lips
- zhū朱hóng红sè色vermilion, cinnabar red
- zhū朱jì迹Red mark, Vermilion trace
- zhū朱tí提Zhuti (an ancient county in China), Zhuti silver (a famous type of silver)
- shī施zhū朱apply rouge, put on rouge
- zhū朱dān丹sè色vermilion, cinnabar red
- zhū朱yòu祐táng樘Zhu Youcheng
- zhū朱lǎo老shī师Teacher Zhu
- zhū朱sī丝lán栏red-ruled lines, red-lined paper
- zhū朱mén门dà大yuàn院grand mansion, wealthy and powerful family
Idioms with 朱
- zhū朱chén陈zhī之hǎo好marital bond between two families
- zhū朱zhū朱bái白bái白a vibrant display of colorful flowers
- jìn近zhū朱zhě者chì赤Good company makes good people
- zhū朱chún唇fěn粉miàn面rosy lips and fair complexion
- zhū朱chún唇yù玉miàn面beautiful woman with red lips and fair face
- zhū朱lóu楼bì碧wǎ瓦magnificent luxurious buildings
- zhū朱lóu楼cuì翠gé阁Magnificent red and green buildings
- zhū朱pán盘yù玉duì敦Ancient ceremonial vessels for blood alliances
- zhū朱yán颜cuì翠fā发youthful prime with vibrant complexion and dark hair
- zhū朱yán颜hè鹤fā发youthful ruddy face and crane-white hair
- zhū朱yán颜lǜ绿fā发youthful and vibrant appearance
- zhū朱yún云zhē折kǎn槛speak out boldly and fearlessly
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Open the tool →Questions about 朱
What does 朱 mean in Chinese?
朱 (zhū) means “vermilion” in Chinese.
How do you pronounce 朱?
朱 is pronounced zhū in Mandarin Chinese.
How many strokes does 朱 have?
朱 has 6 strokes.
How do you write 朱?
朱 is written in 6 strokes, starting from the radical 木. See the animated stroke order on this page.
What is the radical of 朱?
The radical of 朱 is 木, and 朱 is an ideographic compound.