Capital L in Cursive

Watch the capital l being written, then follow the numbered steps. Sweep up into a large loop and come back down through it.

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Written in one stroke.

Step by step

  1. Start below the top line and curve right into a loop at the top.
  2. Pull a long slanted stroke down to the baseline.
  3. Make a small loop on the baseline.
  4. Swing to the right along the baseline and finish with an exit stroke.

Tip: Keep the bottom loop flat on the baseline so the L stands up straight.

How capital L joins

The capital L runs straight into the second letter of the word, so there is no pencil lift after it.

La
Le
Lo

Capital L cursive worksheet

Trace the letter on its own, then joined, then in words that start with L. The rows at the bottom are for writing on your own.

Capital L in traditional cursive: printable tracing worksheet
Paper

Choose “Save as PDF” in the print dialog to keep a copy. Trace the light rows, then write on your own in the empty rows.

Names and words starting with L

Questions

How do you write a capital L in cursive?

Start below the top line and curve right into a loop at the top. Pull a long slanted stroke down to the baseline. Make a small loop on the baseline. Swing to the right along the baseline and finish with an exit stroke.

How many strokes is a cursive capital l?

One. The capital l is written without lifting the pencil.

Does cursive capital L connect to the next letter?

Yes. The capital L joins the next letter. Schools differ on capitals, so follow the style your class uses.

What letter family is cursive L in?

Loop capitals. Sweep up into a large loop and come back down through it. Practising a family together builds the same movement for several letters.

More letters

Lowercase l in cursive · Capital K · Capital M · Printable alphabet chart

Other loop capitals