派

派 — faction, group, party

Learn the correct stroke order for 派 (faction), a 9-stroke kanji.

JLPT N1Grade 69 strokes

Stroke Order

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On'yomi (音読み)ハha
Kun'yomi (訓読み)—
Strokes9
Radical水
Frequency#164
Meaningsfaction, group, party, clique, sect, school

Step-by-Step Diagram

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Common Words

一派いっぱone school; one sect; one denominationnoun
右派うはright wingnoun
硬派こうはhard-liners; diehards; hawksnoun
左派さはleft wingnoun
宗派しゅうはsect; denominationnoun
他派たはthe other groupnoun

Usage & Examples

Usage Notes

The kanji 派 (faction) is taught in grade 6 of Japanese elementary school and appears at JLPT N1 level. It has 9 strokes with radical 水.

In newspaper frequency rankings, 派 is #164, making it one of the most commonly used kanji.

Example Words in Context

一派いっぱ — one school; one sect; one denomination
右派うは — right wing
硬派こうは — hard-liners; diehards; hawks

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many strokes does 派 have?

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

What is the correct stroke order for 派?

派 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 派 mean?

派 means: faction, group, party, clique, sect, school. On'yomi readings: ハ.

What JLPT level is 派?

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