様 — Esq., way, manner
Learn the correct stroke order for 様 (Esq.), a 14-stroke kanji.
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Usage Notes
The kanji 様 (Esq.) is taught in grade 3 of Japanese elementary school and appears at JLPT N3 level. It has 14 strokes with radical 木.
In newspaper frequency rankings, 様 is #493, making it one of the most commonly used kanji.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many strokes does 様 have?
The kanji 様 (Esq.) has 14 strokes. Watch the animation above to see the correct order.
What is the correct stroke order for 様?
様 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 様 mean?
様 means: Esq., way, manner, situation, polite suffix. On'yomi readings: ヨウ, ショウ. Kun'yomi readings: さま, さん.
What JLPT level is 様?
様 is a JLPT N3 kanji. This is an intermediate kanji.