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提 — propose, take along, carry in hand

Learn the correct stroke order for 提 (propose), a 12-stroke kanji.

JLPT N1Grade 512 strokes

Stroke Order

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On'yomi (音読み)テイtei、チョウchou、ダイdai
Kun'yomi (訓読み)さ.げるsageru
Strokes12
Radical手
Frequency#254
Meaningspropose, take along, carry in hand

Step-by-Step Diagram

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Common Words

前提ぜんていcondition; assumption; prerequisitenoun
提案ていあんproposal; proposition; suggestionnoun
提起ていきraising (a question); posing (a problem); bringing up (an issue)noun
提供ていきょうoffer; tender; providingnoun
提携ていけいcooperation; tie-up; joint businessnoun
提言ていげんproposal; motion; recommendationnoun

Usage & Examples

Usage Notes

The kanji 提 (propose) is taught in grade 5 of Japanese elementary school and appears at JLPT N1 level. It has 12 strokes with radical 手.

In newspaper frequency rankings, 提 is #254, making it one of the most commonly used kanji.

Example Words in Context

前提ぜんてい — condition; assumption; prerequisite
提案ていあん — proposal; proposition; suggestion
提起ていき — raising (a question); posing (a problem); bringing up (an issue)

Practice Sheet

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many strokes does 提 have?

The kanji 提 (propose) has 12 strokes. Watch the animation above to see the correct order.

What is the correct stroke order for 提?

提 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 提 mean?

提 means: propose, take along, carry in hand. On'yomi readings: テイ, チョウ, ダイ. Kun'yomi readings: さ.げる.

What JLPT level is 提?

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