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律

律 — rhythm, law, regulation

Learn the correct stroke order for 律 (rhythm), a 9-stroke kanji.

JLPT N2Grade 69 strokes

Stroke Order

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On'yomi (音読み)リツritsu、リチrichi、レツretsu
Kun'yomi (訓読み)—
Strokes9
Radical彳
Frequency#992
Meaningsrhythm, law, regulation, gauge, control

Step-by-Step Diagram

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Try Writing It

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Common Words

一律いちりつuniform; even; across-the-boardnoun
韻律いんりつmetre (of a poem); meter; rhythmnoun
戒律かいりつ(religious) precept; discipline; commandmentnoun
規律きりつorder; observance; disciplinenoun
自律じりつautonomy; self-control; self-disciplinenoun
旋律せんりつmelody; tunenoun

Usage & Examples

Usage Notes

The kanji 律 (rhythm) is taught in grade 6 of Japanese elementary school and appears at JLPT N2 level. It has 9 strokes with radical 彳.

In newspaper frequency rankings, 律 is #992, making it a frequently used kanji.

Example Words in Context

一律いちりつ — uniform; even; across-the-board
韻律いんりつ — metre (of a poem); meter; rhythm
戒律かいりつ — (religious) precept; discipline; commandment

Practice Sheet

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many strokes does 律 have?

The kanji 律 (rhythm) has 9 strokes. Watch the animation above to see the correct order.

What is the correct stroke order for 律?

律 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 律 mean?

律 means: rhythm, law, regulation, gauge, control. On'yomi readings: リツ, リチ, レツ.

What JLPT level is 律?

律 is a JLPT N2 kanji. This is an advanced kanji.