匂 — fragrant, stink, glow
Learn the correct stroke order for 匂 (fragrant), a 4-stroke kanji.
Stroke Order
Step-by-Step Diagram
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Common Words
Usage & Examples
Usage Notes
The kanji 匂 (fragrant) is part of the secondary school kanji set. It has 4 strokes with radical 勹.
In newspaper frequency rankings, 匂 is #2213, making it a moderately common kanji.
Example Words in Context
Practice Sheet
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many strokes does 匂 have?
The kanji 匂 (fragrant) has 4 strokes. Watch the animation above to see the correct order.
What is the correct stroke order for 匂?
匂 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 匂 mean?
匂 means: fragrant, stink, glow, insinuate, (kokuji). Kun'yomi readings: にお.う, にお.い, にお.わせる.