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歩

歩 — walk, counter for steps

Learn the correct stroke order for 歩 (walk), a 8-stroke kanji.

JLPT N4Grade 28 strokes

Stroke Order

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On'yomi (音読み)ホho、ブbu、フfu
Kun'yomi (訓読み)ある.くaruku、あゆ.むayumu
Strokes8
Radical止
Frequency#554
Meaningswalk, counter for steps

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

一歩いっぽ(a) step; one stepnoun
競歩きょうほracewalking; race walking; walking racenoun
散歩さんぽwalk; strollnoun
初歩しょほbasics; rudiments; elementsnoun
譲歩じょうほconcession; conciliation; compromisenoun
進歩しんぽprogress; advance; improvementnoun

Usage & Examples

Usage Notes

The kanji 歩 (walk) is taught in grade 2 of Japanese elementary school and appears at JLPT N4 level. It has 8 strokes with radical 止.

In newspaper frequency rankings, 歩 is #554, making it a frequently used kanji.

Example Words in Context

一歩いっぽ — (a) step; one step
競歩きょうほ — racewalking; race walking; walking race
散歩さんぽ — walk; stroll

Practice Sheet

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many strokes does 歩 have?

The kanji 歩 (walk) has 8 strokes. Watch the animation above to see the correct order.

What is the correct stroke order for 歩?

歩 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 歩 mean?

歩 means: walk, counter for steps. On'yomi readings: ホ, ブ, フ. Kun'yomi readings: ある.く, あゆ.む.

What JLPT level is 歩?

歩 is a JLPT N4 kanji. This is a beginner-level kanji.