百 — hundred
Learn the correct stroke order for 百 (hundred), a 6-stroke kanji.
Stroke Order
Step-by-Step Diagram
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Common Words
Usage & Examples
Usage Notes
The kanji 百 (hundred) is taught in grade 1 of Japanese elementary school and appears at JLPT N5 level. It has 6 strokes with radical 白.
In newspaper frequency rankings, 百 is #163, making it one of the most commonly used kanji.
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Practice Sheet
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Related Kanji
Same radical (白)
Same reading
Frequently Asked Questions
How many strokes does 百 have?
The kanji 百 (hundred) has 6 strokes. Watch the animation above to see the correct order.
What is the correct stroke order for 百?
百 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 百 mean?
百 means: hundred. On'yomi readings: ヒャク, ビャク. Kun'yomi readings: もも.
What JLPT level is 百?
百 is a JLPT N5 kanji. This is a beginner-level kanji.