曽 — formerly, once, before
Learn the correct stroke order for 曽 (formerly), a 11-stroke kanji.
Stroke Order
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 11 — start from the green dot
Usage & Examples
Usage Notes
The kanji 曽 (formerly) is part of the secondary school kanji set. It has 11 strokes with radical 曰.
In newspaper frequency rankings, 曽 is #1320, making it a moderately common kanji.
Practice Sheet
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many strokes does 曽 have?
The kanji 曽 (formerly) has 11 strokes. Watch the animation above to see the correct order.
What is the correct stroke order for 曽?
曽 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 曽 mean?
曽 means: formerly, once, before, ever, never, ex-. On'yomi readings: ソウ, ソ, ゾウ. Kun'yomi readings: かつ, かつて, すなわち.