易 — easy, ready to, simple
Learn the correct stroke order for 易 (easy), a 8-stroke kanji.
Stroke Order
Step-by-Step Diagram
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Usage & Examples
Usage Notes
The kanji 易 (easy) is taught in grade 5 of Japanese elementary school and appears at JLPT N3 level. It has 8 strokes with radical 日.
In newspaper frequency rankings, 易 is #571, making it a frequently used kanji.
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Practice Sheet
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Related Kanji
Same radical (日)
Same reading
Frequently Asked Questions
How many strokes does 易 have?
The kanji 易 (easy) has 8 strokes. Watch the animation above to see the correct order.
What is the correct stroke order for 易?
易 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 易 mean?
易 means: easy, ready to, simple, fortune-telling, divination. On'yomi readings: エキ, イ. Kun'yomi readings: やさ.しい, やす.い.
What JLPT level is 易?
易 is a JLPT N3 kanji. This is an intermediate kanji.