竹 — bamboo
Learn the correct stroke order for 竹 (bamboo), a 6-stroke kanji.
Stroke Order
Step-by-Step Diagram
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Usage & Examples
Usage Notes
The kanji 竹 (bamboo) is taught in grade 1 of Japanese elementary school and appears at JLPT N2 level. It has 6 strokes with radical 竹.
In newspaper frequency rankings, 竹 is #593, making it a frequently used kanji.
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Practice Sheet
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many strokes does 竹 have?
The kanji 竹 (bamboo) has 6 strokes. Watch the animation above to see the correct order.
What is the correct stroke order for 竹?
竹 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 竹 mean?
竹 means: bamboo. On'yomi readings: チク. Kun'yomi readings: たけ.
What JLPT level is 竹?
竹 is a JLPT N2 kanji. This is an advanced kanji.