斗 — Big Dipper, ten sho (vol), sake dipper
Learn the correct stroke order for 斗 (Big Dipper), a 4-stroke kanji.
Stroke Order
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Usage Notes
The kanji 斗 (Big Dipper) is part of the secondary school kanji set and appears at JLPT N1 level. It has 4 strokes with radical 斗.
In newspaper frequency rankings, 斗 is #1885, making it a moderately common kanji.
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Practice Sheet
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many strokes does 斗 have?
The kanji 斗 (Big Dipper) has 4 strokes. Watch the animation above to see the correct order.
What is the correct stroke order for 斗?
斗 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 斗 mean?
斗 means: Big Dipper, ten sho (vol), sake dipper, dots and cross radical (no. 68). On'yomi readings: ト, トウ.
What JLPT level is 斗?
斗 is a JLPT N1 kanji. This is an advanced kanji.