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応

応 — apply, answer, yes

Learn the correct stroke order for 応 (apply), a 7-stroke kanji.

JLPT N1Grade 57 strokes

Stroke Order

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On'yomi (音読み)オウou、ヨウyou、-ノウnou
Kun'yomi (訓読み)あた.るataru、まさにmasani、こた.えるkotaeru
Strokes7
Radical心
Frequency#266
Meaningsapply, answer, yes, OK, reply, accept

Step-by-Step Diagram

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Try Writing It

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Common Words

一応いちおうmore or less; though not quite satisfactorily; after a fashionnoun
応援おうえんaid; assistance; helpnoun
応急おうきゅうemergency fix; tentative measure; temporary solutionnoun
応酬おうしゅうexchange (of words, views, punches, cups, etc.); give-and-takenoun
応召おうしょうresponding to a call-up for military service; answering a call-upnoun
応接おうせつreception (e.g. of visitors); dealing withnoun

Usage & Examples

Usage Notes

The kanji 応 (apply) is taught in grade 5 of Japanese elementary school and appears at JLPT N1 level. It has 7 strokes with radical 心.

In newspaper frequency rankings, 応 is #266, making it one of the most commonly used kanji.

Example Words in Context

一応いちおう — more or less; though not quite satisfactorily; after a fashion
応援おうえん — aid; assistance; help
応急おうきゅう — emergency fix; tentative measure; temporary solution

Practice Sheet

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many strokes does 応 have?

The kanji 応 (apply) has 7 strokes. Watch the animation above to see the correct order.

What is the correct stroke order for 応?

応 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 応 mean?

応 means: apply, answer, yes, OK, reply, accept. On'yomi readings: オウ, ヨウ, -ノウ. Kun'yomi readings: あた.る, まさに, こた.える.

What JLPT level is 応?

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