四 — four
Learn the correct stroke order for 四 (four), a 5-stroke kanji.
Stroke Order
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Usage Notes
The kanji 四 (four) is taught in grade 1 of Japanese elementary school and appears at JLPT N5 level. It has 5 strokes with radical 囗.
In newspaper frequency rankings, 四 is #47, making it one of the most commonly used kanji.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many strokes does 四 have?
The kanji 四 (four) has 5 strokes. Watch the animation above to see the correct order.
What is the correct stroke order for 四?
四 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 四 mean?
四 means: four. On'yomi readings: シ. Kun'yomi readings: よ, よ.つ, よっ.つ, よん.
What JLPT level is 四?
四 is a JLPT N5 kanji. This is a beginner-level kanji.