河 — river
Learn the correct stroke order for 河 (river), a 8-stroke kanji.
Stroke Order
Step-by-Step Diagram
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Usage & Examples
Usage Notes
The kanji 河 (river) is taught in grade 5 of Japanese elementary school and appears at JLPT N2 level. It has 8 strokes with radical 水.
In newspaper frequency rankings, 河 is #663, making it a frequently used kanji.
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Practice Sheet
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many strokes does 河 have?
The kanji 河 (river) has 8 strokes. Watch the animation above to see the correct order.
What is the correct stroke order for 河?
河 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 河 mean?
河 means: river. On'yomi readings: カ. Kun'yomi readings: かわ.
What JLPT level is 河?
河 is a JLPT N2 kanji. This is an advanced kanji.