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腫

腫 — tumor, swelling

Learn the correct stroke order for 腫 (tumor), a 13-stroke kanji.

Secondary school13 strokes

Stroke Order

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On'yomi (音読み)シュshu、ショウshou
Kun'yomi (訓読み)は.れるhareru、は.れhare、は.らすharasu、はれものharemono
Strokes13
Radical肉
Frequency#2145
Meaningstumor, swelling

Step-by-Step Diagram

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Common Words

腫瘍しゅようtumor; tumour; neoplasmnoun
腫れるはれるto swell (from inflammation); to become swollenverb

Usage & Examples

Usage Notes

The kanji 腫 (tumor) is part of the secondary school kanji set. It has 13 strokes with radical 肉.

In newspaper frequency rankings, 腫 is #2145, making it a moderately common kanji.

Example Words in Context

腫瘍しゅよう — tumor; tumour; neoplasm
腫れるはれる — to swell (from inflammation); to become swollen

Practice Sheet

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many strokes does 腫 have?

The kanji 腫 (tumor) has 13 strokes. Watch the animation above to see the correct order.

What is the correct stroke order for 腫?

腫 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 腫 mean?

腫 means: tumor, swelling. On'yomi readings: シュ, ショウ. Kun'yomi readings: は.れる, は.れ, は.らす, はれもの.