How to write the letter 'Y' in cursive

The letter "Y" is important because it's commonly used and has an interesting shape, combining loops and descenders. Practicing "Y" in cursive helps you handle letters that extend below the baseline, improving your overall control and flow. It also connects smoothly with various 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 'Y'

Writing the capital letter “Y” in cursive involves a series of flowing curves and loops. By following the steps below, you can practice forming the letter easily and accurately. Here’s how to write a capital cursive “Y”:

  1. Start just below the top line.
  2. Make a small curve up to touch the top line.
  3. Go down and curve up to the right, touching the bottom line.
  4. Draw a straight line back up to the top line.
  5. Bring the stroke down to the lower line, extending below the bottom line.
  6. Loop back up to the right and through, completing the letter with a smooth motion.

Lowercase 'y'

Once you’ve practiced the uppercase “Y”, you’re ready to write the lowercase “y”. This letter features a descending loop, making it a graceful addition to your cursive writing. Follow these steps to write the lowercase cursive “y”:

  1. Start at the bottom line.
  2. Draw a curved line up to the right, touching the midline.
  3. Bring the curve down to the bottom line, then curve back up to the right, touching the midline again.
  4. Extend the stroke down to the lower line.
  5. Loop back up to the right, stopping just after the bottom line to finish the letter.

The letter 'Y' in cursive

The letter "Y" helps you practice descending strokes and smooth curves, which are essential for elegant cursive. Mastering "Y" will make writing other letters with descenders easier.

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