壱 — one (in documents)
Learn the correct stroke order for 壱 (one (in documents)), a 7-stroke kanji.
Stroke Order
Step-by-Step Diagram
Try Writing It
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Usage & Examples
Usage Notes
The kanji 壱 (one (in documents)) is part of the secondary school kanji set and appears at JLPT N1 level. It has 7 strokes with radical 士.
In newspaper frequency rankings, 壱 is #2351, making it a moderately common kanji.
Practice Sheet
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Related Kanji
Same radical (士)
Same reading
Frequently Asked Questions
How many strokes does 壱 have?
The kanji 壱 (one (in documents)) has 7 strokes. Watch the animation above to see the correct order.
What is the correct stroke order for 壱?
壱 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 壱 mean?
壱 means: one (in documents). On'yomi readings: イチ, イツ. Kun'yomi readings: ひとつ.
What JLPT level is 壱?
壱 is a JLPT N1 kanji. This is an advanced kanji.