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源

源 — source, origin

Learn the correct stroke order for 源 (source), a 13-stroke kanji.

JLPT N1Grade 613 strokes

Stroke Order

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On'yomi (音読み)ゲンgen
Kun'yomi (訓読み)みなもとminamoto
Strokes13
Radical水
Frequency#738
Meaningssource, origin

Step-by-Step Diagram

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Try Writing It

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Common Words

源泉げんせんsource (of a spring, etc.)noun
源流げんりゅうsource (e.g. of a river); headwatersnoun
語源ごげんorigin of a word; derivation of a word; etymologynoun
根源こんげんroot; source; originnoun
財源ざいげんsource of funds; resources; financesnoun
資源しげんresourcesnoun

Usage & Examples

Usage Notes

The kanji 源 (source) is taught in grade 6 of Japanese elementary school and appears at JLPT N1 level. It has 13 strokes with radical 水.

In newspaper frequency rankings, 源 is #738, making it a frequently used kanji.

Example Words in Context

源泉げんせん — source (of a spring, etc.)
源流げんりゅう — source (e.g. of a river); headwaters
語源ごげん — origin of a word; derivation of a word; etymology

Practice Sheet

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many strokes does 源 have?

The kanji 源 (source) has 13 strokes. Watch the animation above to see the correct order.

What is the correct stroke order for 源?

源 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 源 mean?

源 means: source, origin. On'yomi readings: ゲン. Kun'yomi readings: みなもと.

What JLPT level is 源?

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