How to write the letter 'R' in cursive

Learning to write the letter "R" is important because it's common in many everyday words and names, making it key to fluent cursive. Its combination of curves and straight lines helps you improve your control and accuracy. Writing "R" also gives you a solid foundation for other letters that have similar curves and sharp strokes, and it connects naturally with many other letters.

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 'R'

Writing the capital letter “R” in cursive involves creating elegant curves and sharp lines. By following the steps below, you can practice forming the letter easily and accurately. Here’s how to write a capital cursive “R”:

  1. Start just below the top line.
  2. Draw a straight line almost down to the bottom line.
  3. Lift your pen to make a new line.
  4. Make a half circle from just below the top line to the midline.
  5. Draw a diagonal stroke down to the right, reaching the bottom line.
  6. Slide your pencil out to the right with a small tail to finish.

Lowercase 'r'

After mastering the uppercase “R”, you’re ready to move on to the lowercase “r”. This letter is small but essential, with a smooth curve that connects easily to other letters. Follow these steps to write the lowercase cursive “r”:

  1. Start at the bottom line.
  2. Make a small stroke up to the right, touching the midline.
  3. From the midline, make a little curve down to the right, beginning the downward stroke.
  4. Draw a straight line down to the bottom line.
  5. Slide your pencil out to the right with a small tail to complete the letter.

The letter 'R' in cursive

Learning the letter "R" helps you practice combining loops with sharp lines, improving your smoothness when transitioning between strokes. Its shape also prepares you for more complicated letters, boosting your confidence in cursive.

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