How to write the letter 'F' in cursive

Practicing the letter "F" is useful because it includes longer loops and more detailed shapes. It helps you get comfortable with cursive letters that go above and below the baseline. Working on "F" can improve your control over loops and curves, important for more advanced cursive.

Note: here we showcase the most common way to write in cursive, but you can explore other cursive fonts to see how they differ.

Capital 'F'

The capital letter “F” in cursive has a unique form, with both curves and horizontal strokes. By following the steps below, you’ll be able to master the letter accurately and fluently:

  1. Start from the top line.
  2. Draw a curved line down and curve up to the left, touching the bottom line.
  3. Make a short stroke to the right at the bottom.
  4. Lift your pencil from the paper.
  5. At the top, draw a curve over and under the top line.
  6. Add a short stroke across the middle to complete the letter.

Lowercase 'f'

Now, let’s focus on the lowercase “f”. This letter has a tall, looping stroke and requires careful attention to maintain its shape. Follow these steps to write the lowercase cursive “f”:

  1. Start at the bottom line.
  2. Draw a curved line up to the top line, creating a tall stem.
  3. At the top line, loop to the left and continue curving downwards until you reach the bottom line.
  4. Make a stroke down to the lower line.
  5. Loop up to the right, closing the loop at the bottom line.
  6. Slide your pencil out to the right with a small tail just above the bottom line.

The letter 'F' in cursive

The letter "F" has tall loops and a descender, which help you practice more advanced movements in cursive. Mastering "F" will make it easier to write other letters with descenders.

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