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涙

涙 — tears, sympathy

Learn the correct stroke order for 涙 (tears), a 10-stroke kanji.

JLPT N2Secondary school10 strokes

Stroke Order

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On'yomi (音読み)ルイrui、レイrei
Kun'yomi (訓読み)なみだnamida
Strokes10
Radical水
Frequency#1381
Meaningstears, sympathy

Step-by-Step Diagram

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Common Words

感涙かんるいtears (from being deeply moved); tears of gratitudenoun
涙声なみだごえtearful voicenoun
催涙さいるいtear-inducing
涙なみだtear; tears; lachrymal secretionnoun

Usage & Examples

Usage Notes

The kanji 涙 (tears) is part of the secondary school kanji set and appears at JLPT N2 level. It has 10 strokes with radical 水.

In newspaper frequency rankings, 涙 is #1381, making it a moderately common kanji.

Example Words in Context

感涙かんるい — tears (from being deeply moved); tears of gratitude
涙声なみだごえ — tearful voice
催涙さいるい — tear-inducing

Practice Sheet

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many strokes does 涙 have?

The kanji 涙 (tears) has 10 strokes. Watch the animation above to see the correct order.

What is the correct stroke order for 涙?

涙 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 涙 mean?

涙 means: tears, sympathy. On'yomi readings: ルイ, レイ. Kun'yomi readings: なみだ.

What JLPT level is 涙?

涙 is a JLPT N2 kanji. This is an advanced kanji.