史

史 — history, chronicle

Learn the correct stroke order for 史 (history), a 5-stroke kanji.

JLPT N2Grade 55 strokes

Stroke Order

Stroke 0 / 5

On'yomi (音読み)シshi

Kun'yomi (訓読み)—

Strokes5

Radical口

Frequency#511

Meaningshistory, chronicle

Step-by-Step Diagram

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Common Words

史家しかhistoriannoun

史学しがくstudy of historynoun

史実しじつhistorical factnoun

史上しじょうin history; ever; historicalnoun

史料しりょうhistorical materials; historical records; historical sourcesnoun

女史じょしlady (of high social status; e.g. scholar, artist, critic, politician)noun

Usage & Examples

Usage Notes

The kanji 史 (history) is taught in grade 5 of Japanese elementary school and appears at JLPT N2 level. It has 5 strokes with radical 口.

In newspaper frequency rankings, 史 is #511, making it a frequently used kanji.

Example Words in Context

史家しか — historian

史学しがく — study of history

史実しじつ — historical fact

Practice Sheet

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Related Kanji

Same radical (口)

口mouth 台pedestal 可can 古old 号nickname 右right 司director 句phrase

Same reading

誌document 刺thorn 枝bough 糸thread 脂fat 詞part of speech 伺pay respects

Frequently Asked Questions

How many strokes does 史 have?

The kanji 史 (history) has 5 strokes. Watch the animation above to see the correct order.

What is the correct stroke order for 史?

史 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 史 mean?

史 means: history, chronicle. On'yomi readings: シ.

What JLPT level is 史?

史 is a JLPT N2 kanji. This is an advanced kanji.