恭 — respect, reverent
Learn the correct stroke order for 恭 (respect), a 10-stroke kanji.
Stroke Order
Step-by-Step Diagram
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Usage & Examples
Usage Notes
The kanji 恭 (respect) is part of the secondary school kanji set and appears at JLPT N1 level. It has 10 strokes with radical 心.
In newspaper frequency rankings, 恭 is #1737, making it a moderately common kanji.
Practice Sheet
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many strokes does 恭 have?
The kanji 恭 (respect) has 10 strokes. Watch the animation above to see the correct order.
What is the correct stroke order for 恭?
恭 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 恭 mean?
恭 means: respect, reverent. On'yomi readings: キョウ. Kun'yomi readings: うやうや.しい.
What JLPT level is 恭?
恭 is a JLPT N1 kanji. This is an advanced kanji.