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久

久 — long time, old story

Learn the correct stroke order for 久 (long time), a 3-stroke kanji.

JLPT N2Grade 53 strokes

Stroke Order

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Stroke 0 / 3
On'yomi (音読み)キュウkyuu、クku
Kun'yomi (訓読み)ひさ.しいhisashii
Strokes3
Radical丿
Frequency#688
Meaningslong time, old story

Step-by-Step Diagram

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Try Writing It

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Common Words

恒久こうきゅうpermanence; perpetuitynoun
持久じきゅうendurance; persistencenoun
耐久たいきゅうendurance; persistencenoun
長久ちょうきゅうpermanence; perpetuitynoun
悠久ゆうきゅうeternal; everlasting; perpetualnoun
永久えいきゅうeternity; permanence; perpetuitynoun

Usage & Examples

Usage Notes

The kanji 久 (long time) is taught in grade 5 of Japanese elementary school and appears at JLPT N2 level. It has 3 strokes with radical 丿.

In newspaper frequency rankings, 久 is #688, making it a frequently used kanji.

Example Words in Context

恒久こうきゅう — permanence; perpetuity
持久じきゅう — endurance; persistence
耐久たいきゅう — endurance; persistence

Practice Sheet

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Related Kanji

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Same reading

区ward旧old times庫warehouse紅crimson

Frequently Asked Questions

How many strokes does 久 have?

The kanji 久 (long time) has 3 strokes. Watch the animation above to see the correct order.

What is the correct stroke order for 久?

久 follows the standard Japanese stroke order as taught in schools. Use the step-by-step diagram or the "Try Writing" tool above to practice each stroke in sequence.

What does 久 mean?

久 means: long time, old story. On'yomi readings: キュウ, ク. Kun'yomi readings: ひさ.しい.

What JLPT level is 久?

久 is a JLPT N2 kanji. This is an advanced kanji.