Capital V in Cursive
Watch the capital v being written, then follow the numbered steps. Begin with a small hook near the top, pull a slant stroke down, then add humps or a second stroke.
Step by step
- Start with a small hook near the top and pull a slanted stroke down to the baseline.
- Curve up the right side to the top line.
- End with a small hook to the right.
Tip: The V ends at the top, so it does not join the next letter.
How capital V joins
The capital V stands on its own: lift the pencil after it and start the next letter with its own up-stroke.
Capital V cursive worksheet
Trace the letter on its own, then joined, then in words that start with V. The rows at the bottom are for writing on your own.
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 V
Questions
How do you write a capital V in cursive?
Start with a small hook near the top and pull a slanted stroke down to the baseline. Curve up the right side to the top line. End with a small hook to the right.
How many strokes is a cursive capital v?
One. The capital v is written without lifting the pencil.
Does cursive capital V connect to the next letter?
No. The capital V stands on its own and the next letter starts with its own entry stroke. Schools differ on capitals, so follow the style your class uses.
What letter family is cursive V in?
Hook-and-slant capitals. Begin with a small hook near the top, pull a slant stroke down, then add humps or a second stroke. Practising a family together builds the same movement for several letters.
More letters
Lowercase v in cursive · Capital U · Capital W · Printable alphabet chart