north · Character component

north; northern; northward

Two people 匕 sitting back-to-back; phonetic loan for "north"

北 at a glance

Meaning
north
Strokes
5
Characters
6
Role
Usually contributes meaning

Characters with 北

HSK 4 · 1

HSK 5 · 2

Beyond HSK · 3

Frequently asked questions

What does the component 北 mean?

北 means "north". In the characters that contain it, it usually contributes meaning.

How many Chinese characters contain 北?

6 characters in this dictionary contain 北, including ones at HSK 4, HSK 5.

How many strokes does 北 have?

北 is written in 5 strokes.