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耐

耐 — -proof, enduring

Learn the correct stroke order for 耐 (-proof), a 9-stroke kanji.

JLPT N1Secondary school9 strokes

Stroke Order

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On'yomi (音読み)タイtai
Kun'yomi (訓読み)た.えるtaeru
Strokes9
Radical而
Frequency#1295
Meanings-proof, enduring

Step-by-Step Diagram

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Try Writing It

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Common Words

耐火たいかfireproofnoun
耐久たいきゅうendurance; persistencenoun
耐熱たいねつheat-resistingnoun
忍耐にんたいendurance; perseverance; patiencenoun
耐性たいせいresistance (to heat, corrosion, etc.); tolerance (to a drug, pain, etc.)noun
耐えるたえるto bear; to stand; to endureverb

Usage & Examples

Usage Notes

The kanji 耐 (-proof) is part of the secondary school kanji set and appears at JLPT N1 level. It has 9 strokes with radical 而.

In newspaper frequency rankings, 耐 is #1295, making it a moderately common kanji.

Example Words in Context

耐火たいか — fireproof
耐久たいきゅう — endurance; persistence
耐熱たいねつ — heat-resisting

Practice Sheet

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many strokes does 耐 have?

The kanji 耐 (-proof) has 9 strokes. Watch the animation above to see the correct order.

What is the correct stroke order for 耐?

耐 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 耐 mean?

耐 means: -proof, enduring. On'yomi readings: タイ. Kun'yomi readings: た.える.

What JLPT level is 耐?

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