泉 — spring, fountain
Learn the correct stroke order for 泉 (spring), a 9-stroke kanji.
Stroke Order
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Usage Notes
The kanji 泉 (spring) is taught in grade 6 of Japanese elementary school and appears at JLPT N2 level. It has 9 strokes with radical 水.
In newspaper frequency rankings, 泉 is #1086, making it a moderately common kanji.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many strokes does 泉 have?
The kanji 泉 (spring) has 9 strokes. Watch the animation above to see the correct order.
What is the correct stroke order for 泉?
泉 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 泉 mean?
泉 means: spring, fountain. On'yomi readings: セン. Kun'yomi readings: いずみ.
What JLPT level is 泉?
泉 is a JLPT N2 kanji. This is an advanced kanji.