垂 Stroke Order — How to Write 垂
垂 is written in 8 strokes, following the standard Chinese stroke order. Start from the radical 土, 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.
垂 Radical and Character Components
垂 is a pictograph. A tree with drooping branches.
Radical: 土 + 5 more strokes
垂 Pronunciation and Pinyin
- chuí
Meanings of 垂 in Chinese
1
chuí垂
To hang down or droop, often referring to objects or parts of things extending downwards.
湖边的垂杨柳，枝条随风摇曳，非常美丽。
The weeping willows by the lake, with their branches swaying in the wind, are very beautiful.
A polite term used to refer to an action (such as showing kindness, pity, or making an inquiry) from a superior or elder person towards oneself.
感谢您的垂爱，我定会尽力完成任务。
Thank you for your kind consideration; I will certainly do my best to complete the task.
To hand down, to pass on to future generations, to leave behind for posterity, often used in phrases like 'to set an example' or 'to be immortal'.
这位科学家的伟大贡献将永垂不朽。
The great contributions of this scientist will be immortal.
Approaching; on the verge of; nearly.
老人已垂垂老矣，但精神矍铄。
The old man is already approaching extreme old age, but his spirit remains vigorous.
Common Words and Phrases with 垂
1
Tender care or favor, especially from a superior, or used as a polite term for someone's kindness or appreciation.
承蒙您的垂爱，我的画作得以在此展出，深感荣幸。
It is a great honor that, thanks to your kind patronage, my painting is exhibited here.
2
on the verge of success; nearing completion and success
经过无数次的修改与打磨，这部小说终于垂成，只待付梓出版。
After countless revisions and refinements, this novel is finally nearing completion, awaiting only its publication.
3
Hanging down or drooping; also used to describe a gradual process, particularly of aging.
暮色垂垂，小镇上灯火渐次亮起。
As twilight gradually descended, lights in the small town began to flicker on one by one.
4
Fishing or to fish
周末时，他喜欢在湖边垂钓，享受大自然的宁静。
On weekends, he enjoys angling by the lake, savoring the tranquility of nature.
5
To govern effortlessly, often implying a state of peace and order where the ruler needs to do very little.
项目经理将任务分配得当，团队成员各司其职，整个项目得以顺利进行，他几乎可以垂拱而治。
The project manager delegated tasks appropriately, and team members each fulfilled their responsibilities, allowing the entire project to proceed smoothly; he could almost manage it effortlessly.
6
to hang down
瀑布从山崖上垂挂下来，形成了一道壮丽的景象。
The waterfall hangs down from the cliff, forming a magnificent sight.
7
approaching old age; getting on in years
垂老之年，他依然热爱学习，每日坚持阅读。
Even in his twilight years, he still loves learning, diligently reading every day.
8
to shed tears (due to sorrow); to weep
听到她奶奶去世的消息，她不禁垂泪。
Upon hearing the news of her grandmother's passing, she couldn't help but shed tears.
9
For an empress dowager to attend to state affairs from behind a screen while the emperor is young.
虽然名义上是小明负责家里的财政，但实际上他的母亲在幕后垂帘听政，掌控着每一笔开销。
Although Xiao Ming is nominally in charge of the family's finances, his mother is actually ruling from behind the scenes, controlling every expense.
10
A weeping willow is a type of willow tree characterized by its gracefully drooping branches.
公园湖边的垂柳随风摇曳，姿态优美。
The weeping willows by the park lake swayed gracefully in the wind.
11
the twilight years; old age, like the setting sun
在垂暮之年，他依然保持着对生活的热爱，每天清晨都在公园里散步。
In his twilight years, he still maintained his love for life, taking a walk in the park every morning.
12
old age; the twilight years of life
即使在垂暮之年，她依然保持着对生活的热情和学习的渴望。
Even in her twilight years, she still maintains a passion for life and a desire for learning.
13
To show kind concern for someone, often used when a superior shows concern for a subordinate, or as a polite term for someone remembering you.
老校长对毕业生的垂念，让同学们倍感温暖
The old principal's concern for the graduates made the students feel especially warm.
14
to cast a favorable eye on; to look upon with favor; to show appreciation for; to value or show special regard for
这位年轻的画家很幸运，作品得到了艺术大师的垂青，事业前途一片光明。
This young painter is very fortunate; his works were highly regarded by the art master, and his career prospects are very promising.
15
A pendant or a decorative piece, such as a tassel, worn on a chain or attached to an item like clothing.
她购买了一件带有流苏垂饰的披肩，显得格外优雅。
She bought a shawl with tassel embellishments, looking exceptionally elegant.
16
To let one's hands hang down, often indicating respect or deference.
他静静地站在门边，垂手看着窗外
He stood quietly by the door, his arms hanging down by his sides, looking out the window.
More words with 垂
- dī低chuí垂to hang low; to droop
- ěr耳chuí垂earlobe
- tuō脱chuí垂prolapse
- xuán悬chuí垂to hang down; to be suspended
- qiān铅chuí垂xiàn线plumb line, vertical line
- pī披chuí垂hang down loosely
- zhōng中chuí垂perpendicular bisector
- jiǎn睑xià下chuí垂Ptosis, drooping eyelid
- shèn肾xià下chuí垂Nephroptosis, Floating kidney
- wèi胃xià下chuí垂Gastroptosis, prolapse of the stomach
- chuí垂xià下hang down, drop
- chuí垂luò落hang down, droop
- chuí垂yáng杨liǔ柳weeping willow, drooping willow
- chuí垂zhí直yú于perpendicular to, orthogonal to
- xià下chuí垂droop, sag
- chuí垂diào钓zhě者Angler, Fisherman
- chuí垂lián怜Pity, Mercy
- chuí垂lún纶Angling, Fishing
- chuí垂pèi旆hanging pennant, drooping banner
- chuí垂zài在hang, dangle
Idioms with 垂
- chuí垂shǒu手ér而dé得obtain something effortlessly
- chuí垂shǒu手kě可dé得easily obtainable
- chuí垂shǒu手shì侍lì立stand respectfully, ready to serve
- chuí垂shǒu首tiē帖ěr耳meekly obey
- chuí垂sǐ死zhēng挣zhá扎a desperate final struggle
- chuí垂tóu头sàng丧qì气dejected and dispirited
- chuí垂xián涎sān三chǐ尺drool with envy or desire
- chuí垂xián涎yù欲dī滴drooling with intense craving
- bài败yú于chuí垂chéng成Fail on the verge of success
- gōng功bài败chuí垂chéng成fail at the brink of success
- míng名chuí垂hòu后shì世leave an enduring reputation for future generations
- míng名chuí垂qiān千gǔ古name will go down in history
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Open the tool →Questions about 垂
What does 垂 mean in Chinese?
垂 (chuí) means “To hang down or droop” in Chinese.
How do you pronounce 垂?
垂 is pronounced chuí in Mandarin Chinese.
How many strokes does 垂 have?
垂 has 8 strokes.
How do you write 垂?
垂 is written in 8 strokes, starting from the radical 土. See the animated stroke order on this page.
What is the radical of 垂?
The radical of 垂 is 土, and 垂 is a pictograph.
