斥 — reject, retreat, recede
Learn the correct stroke order for 斥 (reject), a 5-stroke kanji.
Stroke Order
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Usage Notes
The kanji 斥 (reject) is part of the secondary school kanji set and appears at JLPT N1 level. It has 5 strokes with radical 斤.
In newspaper frequency rankings, 斥 is #2231, making it a moderately common kanji.
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Practice Sheet
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Related Kanji
Same radical (斤)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many strokes does 斥 have?
The kanji 斥 (reject) has 5 strokes. Watch the animation above to see the correct order.
What is the correct stroke order for 斥?
斥 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 斥 mean?
斥 means: reject, retreat, recede, withdraw, repel, repulse. On'yomi readings: セキ. Kun'yomi readings: しりぞ.ける.
What JLPT level is 斥?
斥 is a JLPT N1 kanji. This is an advanced kanji.