cou2 syu1草書草书
Jyutpingcou2 syu1
Yalechóu syū
Definition
Cursive script; a fast, flowing style of Chinese calligraphy.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the highly stylized and abbreviated form of Chinese calligraphy where characters are simplified into flowing, continuous strokes. It is distinct from everyday messy handwriting, which is often described as 潦草. Mastery of this script requires significant training as many characters are unrecognizable to the average reader.
Examples
This piece of calligraphy is written in cursive script.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 潦草, which describes messy or illegible handwriting in a negative sense. 草書 is a formal artistic style, whereas 潦草 is a criticism of someone's poor penmanship.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
