男 — male
Learn the correct stroke order for 男 (male), a 7-stroke kanji.
Stroke Order
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Usage & Examples
Usage Notes
The kanji 男 (male) is taught in grade 1 of Japanese elementary school and appears at JLPT N5 level. It has 7 strokes with radical 田.
In newspaper frequency rankings, 男 is #240, making it one of the most commonly used kanji.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many strokes does 男 have?
The kanji 男 (male) has 7 strokes. Watch the animation above to see the correct order.
What is the correct stroke order for 男?
男 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 男 mean?
男 means: male. On'yomi readings: ダン, ナン. Kun'yomi readings: おとこ, お.
What JLPT level is 男?
男 is a JLPT N5 kanji. This is a beginner-level kanji.