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槽

槽 — vat, tub, tank

Learn the correct stroke order for 槽 (vat), a 15-stroke kanji.

JLPT N1Secondary school15 strokes

Stroke Order

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On'yomi (音読み)ソウsou
Kun'yomi (訓読み)ふねfune
Strokes15
Radical木
Frequency#1809
Meaningsvat, tub, tank

Step-by-Step Diagram

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Try Writing It

Practice writing each stroke in the correct order and direction. Start from the green dot.

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Common Words

水槽すいそうwater tank; cisternnoun
浴槽よくそうbathtubnoun
浄化槽じょうかそうwater-purification tanknoun

Usage & Examples

Usage Notes

The kanji 槽 (vat) is part of the secondary school kanji set and appears at JLPT N1 level. It has 15 strokes with radical 木.

In newspaper frequency rankings, 槽 is #1809, making it a moderately common kanji.

Example Words in Context

水槽すいそう — water tank; cistern
浴槽よくそう — bathtub
浄化槽じょうかそう — water-purification tank

Practice Sheet

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many strokes does 槽 have?

The kanji 槽 (vat) has 15 strokes. Watch the animation above to see the correct order.

What is the correct stroke order for 槽?

槽 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 槽 mean?

槽 means: vat, tub, tank. On'yomi readings: ソウ. Kun'yomi readings: ふね.

What JLPT level is 槽?

槽 is a JLPT N1 kanji. This is an advanced kanji.