窒 — plug up, obstruct
Learn the correct stroke order for 窒 (plug up), a 11-stroke kanji.
Stroke Order
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Usage Notes
The kanji 窒 (plug up) is part of the secondary school kanji set and appears at JLPT N1 level. It has 11 strokes with radical 穴.
In newspaper frequency rankings, 窒 is #1776, making it a moderately common kanji.
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Practice Sheet
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many strokes does 窒 have?
The kanji 窒 (plug up) has 11 strokes. Watch the animation above to see the correct order.
What is the correct stroke order for 窒?
窒 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 窒 mean?
窒 means: plug up, obstruct. On'yomi readings: チツ.
What JLPT level is 窒?
窒 is a JLPT N1 kanji. This is an advanced kanji.