Chou Collection, Middle Volume Radical: Earth (tǔ) 埠 Kangxi strokes: 11 Page 230, Entry 22 Correct Writing Generalization (Zhengzitong): The same as the word for step (bu). Refers to a pier where boats are moored. Comprehensive Refinements (Tongya): A pier (butou) is a place by the water. It also refers to a site where goods are gathered and merchants moor their boats to conduct trade.