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渉

渉 — ford, go cross, transit

Learn the correct stroke order for 渉 (ford), a 11-stroke kanji.

JLPT N1Secondary school11 strokes

Stroke Order

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On'yomi (音読み)ショウshou
Kun'yomi (訓読み)わた.るwataru
Strokes11
Radical水
Frequency#499
Meaningsford, go cross, transit, ferry, import, involve

Step-by-Step Diagram

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Try Writing It

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Common Words

干渉かんしょうinterference; intervention; meddlingnoun
交渉こうしょうnegotiations; bargaining; discussionsnoun
渉外しょうがいpublic relations; client liaison; client relationsnoun

Usage & Examples

Usage Notes

The kanji 渉 (ford) 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, 渉 is #499, making it one of the most commonly used kanji.

Example Words in Context

干渉かんしょう — interference; intervention; meddling
交渉こうしょう — negotiations; bargaining; discussions
渉外しょうがい — public relations; client liaison; client relations

Practice Sheet

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many strokes does 渉 have?

The kanji 渉 (ford) has 11 strokes. Watch the animation above to see the correct order.

What is the correct stroke order for 渉?

渉 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 渉 mean?

渉 means: ford, go cross, transit, ferry, import, involve. On'yomi readings: ショウ. Kun'yomi readings: わた.る.

What JLPT level is 渉?

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