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士

士 — gentleman, scholar, samurai

Learn the correct stroke order for 士 (gentleman), a 3-stroke kanji.

JLPT N1Grade 53 strokes

Stroke Order

123
Stroke 0 / 3
On'yomi (音読み)シshi
Kun'yomi (訓読み)さむらいsamurai
Strokes3
Radical士
Frequency#526
Meaningsgentleman, scholar, samurai, samurai radical (no. 33)

Step-by-Step Diagram

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Try Writing It

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Common Words

学士がくしuniversity graduate; bachelornoun
棋士きしprofessional shogi player; professional go playernoun
騎士きし(medieval) knightnoun
剣士けんしswordsman; swordswoman; fencernoun
国士こくしdistinguished citizen; patriotnoun
士官しかんofficernoun

Usage & Examples

Usage Notes

The kanji 士 (gentleman) is taught in grade 5 of Japanese elementary school and appears at JLPT N1 level. It has 3 strokes with radical 士.

In newspaper frequency rankings, 士 is #526, making it a frequently used kanji.

Example Words in Context

学士がくし — university graduate; bachelor
棋士きし — professional shogi player; professional go player
騎士きし — (medieval) knight

Practice Sheet

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Same reading

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many strokes does 士 have?

The kanji 士 (gentleman) has 3 strokes. Watch the animation above to see the correct order.

What is the correct stroke order for 士?

士 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 士 mean?

士 means: gentleman, scholar, samurai, samurai radical (no. 33). On'yomi readings: シ. Kun'yomi readings: さむらい.

What JLPT level is 士?

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