Letter guide

Cursive C

Cursive C is a curved letter that helps with oval control. It appears in names, short words, and larger capital lettering practice.

Open C in generator

Uppercase and lowercase examples

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Uppercase C

Capital C should keep a wide, open curve. Avoid closing it so much that it starts to look like O.

Lowercase c

Lowercase c needs a small opening and a light exit stroke. Keep the shape open enough that it does not become e.

Practice focus

Practice ca, ce, ci, co, and cu to control the opening and the exit into the next letter.

Practice words

C writing notes

Is cursive c connected to the next letter?

Lowercase c usually connects with a light exit stroke. Keep the opening clear so it does not look like e or o.

Why is capital C in cursive useful for practice?

Capital C builds control for large curved strokes, which also helps with letters such as G, O, and Q.

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