例 — example, custom, usage
Learn the correct stroke order for 例 (example), a 8-stroke kanji.
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Usage Notes
The kanji 例 (example) is taught in grade 4 of Japanese elementary school and appears at JLPT N3 level. It has 8 strokes with radical 人.
In newspaper frequency rankings, 例 is #399, making it one of the most commonly used kanji.
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Practice Sheet
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many strokes does 例 have?
The kanji 例 (example) has 8 strokes. Watch the animation above to see the correct order.
What is the correct stroke order for 例?
例 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 例 mean?
例 means: example, custom, usage, precedent. On'yomi readings: レイ. Kun'yomi readings: たと.える.
What JLPT level is 例?
例 is a JLPT N3 kanji. This is an intermediate kanji.