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内

内 — inside, within, between

Learn the correct stroke order for 内 (inside), a 4-stroke kanji.

JLPT N3Grade 24 strokes

Stroke Order

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On'yomi (音読み)ナイnai、ダイdai
Kun'yomi (訓読み)うちuchi
Strokes4
Radical冂
Frequency#44
Meaningsinside, within, between, among, house, home

Step-by-Step Diagram

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Try Writing It

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Common Words

案内あんないguidance; leading (the way); showing aroundnoun
以内いないwithin; inside of; less thannoun
域内いきないinside the areanoun
屋内おくないindoorsnoun
家内かない(my) wifenoun
学内がくないwithin the schoolnoun

Usage & Examples

Usage Notes

The kanji 内 (inside) is taught in grade 2 of Japanese elementary school and appears at JLPT N3 level. It has 4 strokes with radical 冂.

In newspaper frequency rankings, 内 is #44, making it one of the most commonly used kanji.

Example Words in Context

案内あんない — guidance; leading (the way); showing around
以内いない — within; inside of; less than
域内いきない — inside the area

Practice Sheet

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many strokes does 内 have?

The kanji 内 (inside) has 4 strokes. Watch the animation above to see the correct order.

What is the correct stroke order for 内?

内 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 内 mean?

内 means: inside, within, between, among, house, home. On'yomi readings: ナイ, ダイ. Kun'yomi readings: うち.

What JLPT level is 内?

内 is a JLPT N3 kanji. This is an intermediate kanji.