洪

洪 — deluge, flood, vast

Learn the correct stroke order for 洪 (deluge), a 9-stroke kanji.

JLPT N1Secondary school9 strokes

Stroke Order

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On'yomi (音読み)コウkou
Kun'yomi (訓読み)—
Strokes9
Radical水
Frequency#1778
Meaningsdeluge, flood, vast

Step-by-Step Diagram

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Common Words

洪水こうずいflood; floodingnoun

Usage & Examples

Usage Notes

The kanji 洪 (deluge) is part of the secondary school kanji set and appears at JLPT N1 level. It has 9 strokes with radical 水.

In newspaper frequency rankings, 洪 is #1778, making it a moderately common kanji.

Example Words in Context

洪水こうずい — flood; flooding

Practice Sheet

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many strokes does 洪 have?

The kanji 洪 (deluge) has 9 strokes. Watch the animation above to see the correct order.

What is the correct stroke order for 洪?

洪 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 洪 mean?

洪 means: deluge, flood, vast. On'yomi readings: コウ.

What JLPT level is 洪?

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