午 — noon, sign of the horse, 11AM-1PM
Learn the correct stroke order for 午 (noon), a 4-stroke kanji.
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Usage Notes
The kanji 午 (noon) is taught in grade 2 of Japanese elementary school and appears at JLPT N5 level. It has 4 strokes with radical 十.
In newspaper frequency rankings, 午 is #154, making it one of the most commonly used kanji.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many strokes does 午 have?
The kanji 午 (noon) has 4 strokes. Watch the animation above to see the correct order.
What is the correct stroke order for 午?
午 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 午 mean?
午 means: noon, sign of the horse, 11AM-1PM, seventh sign of Chinese zodiac. On'yomi readings: ゴ. Kun'yomi readings: うま.
What JLPT level is 午?
午 is a JLPT N5 kanji. This is a beginner-level kanji.