膝 — knee, lap
Learn the correct stroke order for 膝 (knee), a 15-stroke kanji.
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Usage Notes
The kanji 膝 (knee) is part of the secondary school kanji set. It has 15 strokes with radical 肉.
In newspaper frequency rankings, 膝 is #2320, making it a moderately common kanji.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many strokes does 膝 have?
The kanji 膝 (knee) has 15 strokes. Watch the animation above to see the correct order.
What is the correct stroke order for 膝?
膝 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 膝 mean?
膝 means: knee, lap. On'yomi readings: シツ. Kun'yomi readings: ひざ.