淑 — graceful, gentle, pure
Learn the correct stroke order for 淑 (graceful), a 11-stroke kanji.
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Usage Notes
The kanji 淑 (graceful) is part of the secondary school kanji set and appears at JLPT N1 level. It has 11 strokes with radical 水.
In newspaper frequency rankings, 淑 is #1922, making it a moderately common kanji.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many strokes does 淑 have?
The kanji 淑 (graceful) has 11 strokes. Watch the animation above to see the correct order.
What is the correct stroke order for 淑?
淑 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 淑 mean?
淑 means: graceful, gentle, pure. On'yomi readings: シュク. Kun'yomi readings: しと.やか.
What JLPT level is 淑?
淑 is a JLPT N1 kanji. This is an advanced kanji.