屋 — roof, house, shop
Learn the correct stroke order for 屋 (roof), a 9-stroke kanji.
Stroke Order
Step-by-Step Diagram
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Usage & Examples
Usage Notes
The kanji 屋 (roof) is taught in grade 3 of Japanese elementary school and appears at JLPT N4 level. It has 9 strokes with radical 尸.
In newspaper frequency rankings, 屋 is #616, making it a frequently used kanji.
Example Words in Context
Practice Sheet
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many strokes does 屋 have?
The kanji 屋 (roof) has 9 strokes. Watch the animation above to see the correct order.
What is the correct stroke order for 屋?
屋 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 屋 mean?
屋 means: roof, house, shop, dealer, seller. On'yomi readings: オク. Kun'yomi readings: や.
What JLPT level is 屋?
屋 is a JLPT N4 kanji. This is a beginner-level kanji.