秀

This component represents excellence · Character component

This component represents excellence, elegance, or something outstanding and refined.

Originally depicted grain sprouting and growing tall above others, symbolizing something that stands out beautifully. The character combines the grain radical with elements suggesting upward growth and prominence.

秀 at a glance

Meaning: This component represents excellence
Strokes: 7
Characters: 7
Role: Usually contributes sound

Characters with 秀 (5 of 7)

HSK 5 · 1

透tòu · (bound form) to penetrate; to seep through

HSK 6 · 3

诱yòu · (literary) to induce; to entice 绣xiù · to embroider; embroidery 锈xiù · to rust

Beyond HSK · 1

莠yǒu · vicious

Frequently asked questions

What does the component 秀 mean?

秀 means "This component represents excellence". In the characters that contain it, it usually contributes sound.

How many Chinese characters contain 秀?

7 characters in this dictionary contain 秀, including ones at HSK 5, HSK 6.

How many strokes does 秀 have?

秀 is written in 7 strokes.