拐

拐 — kidnap, falsify

Learn the correct stroke order for 拐 (kidnap), a 8-stroke kanji.

JLPT N1Secondary school8 strokes

Stroke Order

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On'yomi (音読み)カイkai
Kun'yomi (訓読み)—
Strokes8
Radical手
Frequency#1498
Meaningskidnap, falsify

Step-by-Step Diagram

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Try Writing It

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Common Words

誘拐ゆうかいabduction; kidnapping; kidnapingnoun

Usage & Examples

Usage Notes

The kanji 拐 (kidnap) 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, 拐 is #1498, making it a moderately common kanji.

Example Words in Context

誘拐ゆうかい — abduction; kidnapping; kidnaping

Practice Sheet

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many strokes does 拐 have?

The kanji 拐 (kidnap) has 8 strokes. Watch the animation above to see the correct order.

What is the correct stroke order for 拐?

拐 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 拐 mean?

拐 means: kidnap, falsify. On'yomi readings: カイ.

What JLPT level is 拐?

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