剖 — divide
Learn the correct stroke order for 剖 (divide), a 10-stroke kanji.
Stroke Order
Step-by-Step Diagram
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Usage & Examples
Usage Notes
The kanji 剖 (divide) is part of the secondary school kanji set and appears at JLPT N1 level. It has 10 strokes with radical 刀.
In newspaper frequency rankings, 剖 is #1918, making it a moderately common kanji.
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Practice Sheet
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many strokes does 剖 have?
The kanji 剖 (divide) has 10 strokes. Watch the animation above to see the correct order.
What is the correct stroke order for 剖?
剖 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 剖 mean?
剖 means: divide. On'yomi readings: ボウ.
What JLPT level is 剖?
剖 is a JLPT N1 kanji. This is an advanced kanji.