熊 — bear
Learn the correct stroke order for 熊 (bear), a 14-stroke kanji.
Stroke Order
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Usage Notes
The kanji 熊 (bear) is taught in grade 4 of Japanese elementary school and appears at JLPT N1 level. It has 14 strokes with radical 火.
In newspaper frequency rankings, 熊 is #1105, making it a moderately common kanji.
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Practice Sheet
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many strokes does 熊 have?
The kanji 熊 (bear) has 14 strokes. Watch the animation above to see the correct order.
What is the correct stroke order for 熊?
熊 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 熊 mean?
熊 means: bear. On'yomi readings: ユウ. Kun'yomi readings: くま.
What JLPT level is 熊?
熊 is a JLPT N1 kanji. This is an advanced kanji.