How to write the letter 'N' in manuscript

The letter 'N' is an important part of the alphabet, and learning to write it in manuscript will help you form smooth, straight, and curved lines clearly.

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

Capital 'N'

Writing the capital 'N' in manuscript involves creating straight lines with a diagonal stroke. Follow these steps to write an uppercase 'N':

  1. Start at the bottom line.
  2. Draw a straight vertical line up to the top line.
  3. Draw a diagonal line to the right, down to the bottom line.
  4. Make another straight vertical line from the bottom to the top line, parallel to the first line.

Lowercase 'n'

Now let’s move on to the lowercase 'n'. This letter is smooth and rounded, which helps you practice making curved lines. Here’s how to write it:

  1. Start at the midline.
  2. Draw a straight vertical line down to the bottom line.
  3. Go back up.
  4. Make a rounded hump that touches the midline and comes back down to the bottom line.

The letter 'N' in manuscript

Mastering the letter 'N' in both uppercase and lowercase helps you write smooth lines and curves naturally. As you get comfortable writing 'N', you'll find it easier to create similar letters and improve your overall handwriting.

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