盾 — shield, escutcheon, pretext
Learn the correct stroke order for 盾 (shield), a 9-stroke kanji.
Stroke Order
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Usage Notes
The kanji 盾 (shield) is part of the secondary school kanji set and appears at JLPT N1 level. It has 9 strokes with radical 目.
In newspaper frequency rankings, 盾 is #1476, making it a moderately common kanji.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many strokes does 盾 have?
The kanji 盾 (shield) has 9 strokes. Watch the animation above to see the correct order.
What is the correct stroke order for 盾?
盾 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 盾 mean?
盾 means: shield, escutcheon, pretext. On'yomi readings: ジュン. Kun'yomi readings: たて.
What JLPT level is 盾?
盾 is a JLPT N1 kanji. This is an advanced kanji.