午 wǔ
7th earthly branch: 11 a.m.-1 p.m., noon, 5th solar month (6th June-6th July), year of the Horse; ancient Chinese compass point: 180° (south)
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午 · 4 strokesHow to write 午 step by step
4 strokesEach frame adds one stroke, shown in dark ink over the lighter ones.
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