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唄

唄 — song, ballad

Learn the correct stroke order for 唄 (song), a 10-stroke kanji.

JLPT N1Secondary school10 strokes

Stroke Order

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On'yomi (音読み)バイbai
Kun'yomi (訓読み)うたuta、うた.うutau
Strokes10
Radical口
Frequency#2051
Meaningssong, ballad

Step-by-Step Diagram

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Try Writing It

Practice writing each stroke in the correct order and direction. Start from the green dot.

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Common Words

長唄ながうたlong epic song with shamisen accompaniment (developed in Edo in the early 17th century)noun

Usage & Examples

Usage Notes

The kanji 唄 (song) is part of the secondary school kanji set and appears at JLPT N1 level. It has 10 strokes with radical 口.

In newspaper frequency rankings, 唄 is #2051, making it a moderately common kanji.

Example Words in Context

長唄ながうた — long epic song with shamisen accompaniment (developed in Edo in the early 17th century)

Practice Sheet

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Same reading

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many strokes does 唄 have?

The kanji 唄 (song) has 10 strokes. Watch the animation above to see the correct order.

What is the correct stroke order for 唄?

唄 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 唄 mean?

唄 means: song, ballad. On'yomi readings: バイ. Kun'yomi readings: うた, うた.う.

What JLPT level is 唄?

唄 is a JLPT N1 kanji. This is an advanced kanji.