倍

倍 — double, twice, times

Learn the correct stroke order for 倍 (double), a 10-stroke kanji.

JLPT N2Grade 310 strokes

Stroke Order

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On'yomi (音読み)バイbai
Kun'yomi (訓読み)—
Strokes10
Radical人
Frequency#714
Meaningsdouble, twice, times, fold

Step-by-Step Diagram

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Common Words

一倍いちばいmultiplying by one; original amountnoun
倍加ばいかdoublingnoun
倍増ばいぞうdoubling; doublenoun
倍率ばいりつmagnification; leverage; amplificationnoun
倍ばいdouble; twice (as much)noun
人一倍ひといちばい(much) more than others; exceedingly; extremelyadverb

Usage & Examples

Usage Notes

The kanji 倍 (double) is taught in grade 3 of Japanese elementary school and appears at JLPT N2 level. It has 10 strokes with radical 人.

In newspaper frequency rankings, 倍 is #714, making it a frequently used kanji.

Example Words in Context

一倍いちばい — multiplying by one; original amount
倍加ばいか — doubling
倍増ばいぞう — doubling; double

Practice Sheet

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many strokes does 倍 have?

The kanji 倍 (double) has 10 strokes. Watch the animation above to see the correct order.

What is the correct stroke order for 倍?

倍 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 倍 mean?

倍 means: double, twice, times, fold. On'yomi readings: バイ.

What JLPT level is 倍?

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