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端

端 — edge, origin, end

Learn the correct stroke order for 端 (edge), a 14-stroke kanji.

JLPT N1Secondary school14 strokes

Stroke Order

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On'yomi (音読み)タンtan
Kun'yomi (訓読み)はしhashi、はha、はたhata、-ばたbata、はなhana
Strokes14
Radical立
Frequency#960
Meaningsedge, origin, end, point, border, verge, cape

Step-by-Step Diagram

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Try Writing It

Practice writing each stroke in the correct order and direction. Start from the green dot.

Draw stroke 1 of 14 — start from the green dot

Common Words

異端いたんheresy; nonconformism; heathenismnoun
一端いったんone end; an endnoun
極端きょくたんextreme; extremitynoun
先端せんたんpointed end; tip; pointnoun
川端かわばたriverside; riverbanknoun
端緒たんしょstart; beginning; first stepnoun

Usage & Examples

Usage Notes

The kanji 端 (edge) is part of the secondary school kanji set and appears at JLPT N1 level. It has 14 strokes with radical 立.

In newspaper frequency rankings, 端 is #960, making it a frequently used kanji.

Example Words in Context

異端いたん — heresy; nonconformism; heathenism
一端いったん — one end; an end
極端きょくたん — extreme; extremity

Practice Sheet

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many strokes does 端 have?

The kanji 端 (edge) has 14 strokes. Watch the animation above to see the correct order.

What is the correct stroke order for 端?

端 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 端 mean?

端 means: edge, origin, end, point, border, verge, cape. On'yomi readings: タン. Kun'yomi readings: はし, は, はた, -ばた, はな.

What JLPT level is 端?

端 is a JLPT N1 kanji. This is an advanced kanji.