椎 — chinquapin, mallet, spine
Learn the correct stroke order for 椎 (chinquapin), a 12-stroke kanji.
Stroke Order
Step-by-Step Diagram
Try Writing It
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Usage & Examples
Usage Notes
The kanji 椎 (chinquapin) is part of the secondary school kanji set and appears at JLPT N1 level. It has 12 strokes with radical 木.
In newspaper frequency rankings, 椎 is #1911, making it a moderately common kanji.
Practice Sheet
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many strokes does 椎 have?
The kanji 椎 (chinquapin) has 12 strokes. Watch the animation above to see the correct order.
What is the correct stroke order for 椎?
椎 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 椎 mean?
椎 means: chinquapin, mallet, spine. On'yomi readings: ツイ, スイ. Kun'yomi readings: つち, う.つ.
What JLPT level is 椎?
椎 is a JLPT N1 kanji. This is an advanced kanji.