曜 — weekday
Learn the correct stroke order for 曜 (weekday), a 18-stroke kanji.
Stroke Order
Step-by-Step Diagram
Try Writing It
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Common Words
Usage & Examples
Usage Notes
The kanji 曜 (weekday) is taught in grade 2 of Japanese elementary school and appears at JLPT N4 level. It has 18 strokes with radical 日.
In newspaper frequency rankings, 曜 is #940, making it a frequently used kanji.
Example Words in Context
Practice Sheet
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Related Kanji
Same radical (日)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many strokes does 曜 have?
The kanji 曜 (weekday) has 18 strokes. Watch the animation above to see the correct order.
What is the correct stroke order for 曜?
曜 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 曜 mean?
曜 means: weekday. On'yomi readings: ヨウ.
What JLPT level is 曜?
曜 is a JLPT N4 kanji. This is a beginner-level kanji.