意 — idea, mind, heart
Learn the correct stroke order for 意 (idea), a 13-stroke kanji.
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Usage Notes
The kanji 意 (idea) is taught in grade 3 of Japanese elementary school and appears at JLPT N4 level. It has 13 strokes with radical 心.
In newspaper frequency rankings, 意 is #99, making it one of the most commonly used kanji.
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Related Kanji
Same radical (心)
Same reading
Frequently Asked Questions
How many strokes does 意 have?
The kanji 意 (idea) has 13 strokes. Watch the animation above to see the correct order.
What is the correct stroke order for 意?
意 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 意 mean?
意 means: idea, mind, heart, taste, thought, desire, care, liking. On'yomi readings: イ.
What JLPT level is 意?
意 is a JLPT N4 kanji. This is a beginner-level kanji.