How to write the letter 'O' in cursive

Learning to form the letter "O" is important for mastering the round, flowing shapes central to cursive. It's a common letter that helps you gain control over circular movements. The letter "O" connects smoothly with other letters, making it essential for clear cursive handwriting.

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 'O'

Writing the capital letter “O” in cursive involves smooth, rounded curves that create an elegant form. By following the steps below, you can practice forming the letter easily and accurately. Here’s how to write a capital cursive “O”:

  1. Start at the top line.
  2. Curve all the way around to the right, forming a smooth, round shape that touches the bottom line.
  3. Close the loop, bringing the line back up to where you started.
  4. Slide your pencil out to the right with a big right hook to finish the letter.

Lowercase 'o'

Now that you’ve mastered the uppercase “O”, it’s time to write the lowercase “o”. This letter features a rounded, looping shape that is essential for smooth cursive writing. Follow these steps to form the lowercase cursive “o”:

  1. Start at the midline.
  2. Start a circular motion going to the left.
  3. Curve down and around, creating a smooth, round shape that touches the bottom line.
  4. Bring your line back up to the midline, closing the circle.
  5. Slide your pencil out to the right with a small tail to finish.

The letter 'O' in cursive

The letter "O" helps you practice smooth, rounded shapes that are important for both lowercase and uppercase letters. As you become comfortable writing "O," you'll find it easier to form other circular letters in cursive.

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