六 — six
Learn the correct stroke order for 六 (six), a 4-stroke kanji.
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Usage Notes
The kanji 六 (six) is taught in grade 1 of Japanese elementary school and appears at JLPT N5 level. It has 4 strokes with radical 八.
In newspaper frequency rankings, 六 is #93, making it one of the most commonly used kanji.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many strokes does 六 have?
The kanji 六 (six) has 4 strokes. Watch the animation above to see the correct order.
What is the correct stroke order for 六?
六 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 六 mean?
六 means: six. On'yomi readings: ロク, リク. Kun'yomi readings: む, む.つ, むっ.つ, むい.
What JLPT level is 六?
六 is a JLPT N5 kanji. This is a beginner-level kanji.