斤

斤 — axe, 1.32 lb, catty

Learn the correct stroke order for 斤 (axe), a 4-stroke kanji.

JLPT N1Secondary school4 strokes

Stroke Order

Stroke 0 / 4

On'yomi (音読み)キンkin

Kun'yomi (訓読み)—

Strokes4

Radical斤

Frequency—

Meaningsaxe, 1.32 lb, catty, counter for loaves of bread, axe radical (no. 69)

Step-by-Step Diagram

Try Writing It

Practice writing each stroke in the correct order and direction. Start from the green dot.

Draw stroke 1 of 4 — start from the green dot

Usage & Examples

Usage Notes

The kanji 斤 (axe) is part of the secondary school kanji set and appears at JLPT N1 level. It has 4 strokes with radical 斤.

Practice Sheet

Trace then write on your own. Print this row as a PDF practice sheet.

Related Kanji

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Same reading

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many strokes does 斤 have?

The kanji 斤 (axe) has 4 strokes. Watch the animation above to see the correct order.

What is the correct stroke order for 斤?

斤 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 斤 mean?

斤 means: axe, 1.32 lb, catty, counter for loaves of bread, axe radical (no. 69). On'yomi readings: キン.

What JLPT level is 斤?

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