拍 — clap, beat (music)
Learn the correct stroke order for 拍 (clap), a 8-stroke kanji.
Stroke Order
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Usage & Examples
Usage Notes
The kanji 拍 (clap) is part of the secondary school kanji set and appears at JLPT N1 level. It has 8 strokes with radical 手.
In newspaper frequency rankings, 拍 is #1373, making it a moderately common kanji.
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Practice Sheet
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many strokes does 拍 have?
The kanji 拍 (clap) has 8 strokes. Watch the animation above to see the correct order.
What is the correct stroke order for 拍?
拍 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 拍 mean?
拍 means: clap, beat (music). On'yomi readings: ハク, ヒョウ.
What JLPT level is 拍?
拍 is a JLPT N1 kanji. This is an advanced kanji.