悠

悠 — permanence, distant, long time

Learn the correct stroke order for 悠 (permanence), a 11-stroke kanji.

JLPT N1Secondary school11 strokes

Stroke Order

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On'yomi (音読み)ユウyuu
Kun'yomi (訓読み)—
Strokes11
Radical心
Frequency#1921
Meaningspermanence, distant, long time, leisure

Step-by-Step Diagram

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Common Words

悠久ゆうきゅうeternal; everlasting; perpetualnoun
悠長ゆうちょうleisurely; slow; deliberatena-adjective

Usage & Examples

Usage Notes

The kanji 悠 (permanence) is part of the secondary school kanji set and appears at JLPT N1 level. It has 11 strokes with radical 心.

In newspaper frequency rankings, 悠 is #1921, making it a moderately common kanji.

Example Words in Context

悠久ゆうきゅう — eternal; everlasting; perpetual
悠長ゆうちょう — leisurely; slow; deliberate

Practice Sheet

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many strokes does 悠 have?

The kanji 悠 (permanence) has 11 strokes. Watch the animation above to see the correct order.

What is the correct stroke order for 悠?

悠 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 悠 mean?

悠 means: permanence, distant, long time, leisure. On'yomi readings: ユウ.

What JLPT level is 悠?

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