征

征 — subjugate, attack the rebellious, collect taxes

Learn the correct stroke order for 征 (subjugate), a 8-stroke kanji.

JLPT N1Secondary school8 strokes

Stroke Order

Stroke 0 / 8

On'yomi (音読み)セイsei

Kun'yomi (訓読み)—

Strokes8

Radical彳

Frequency#1578

Meaningssubjugate, attack the rebellious, collect taxes

Step-by-Step Diagram

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Common Words

遠征えんせい(military) expedition; campaignnoun

出征しゅっせいgoing to war; departure for the frontnoun

征服せいふくconquest; subjugationnoun

Usage & Examples

Usage Notes

The kanji 征 (subjugate) is part of the secondary school kanji set and appears at JLPT N1 level. It has 8 strokes with radical 彳.

In newspaper frequency rankings, 征 is #1578, making it a moderately common kanji.

Example Words in Context

遠征えんせい — (military) expedition; campaign

出征しゅっせい — going to war; departure for the front

征服せいふく — conquest; subjugation

Practice Sheet

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many strokes does 征 have?

The kanji 征 (subjugate) has 8 strokes. Watch the animation above to see the correct order.

What is the correct stroke order for 征?

征 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 征 mean?

征 means: subjugate, attack the rebellious, collect taxes. On'yomi readings: セイ.

What JLPT level is 征?

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