艶 — glossy, luster, glaze
Learn the correct stroke order for 艶 (glossy), a 19-stroke kanji.
Stroke Order
Step-by-Step Diagram
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Common Words
Usage & Examples
Usage Notes
The kanji 艶 (glossy) is part of the secondary school kanji set and appears at JLPT N1 level. It has 19 strokes with radical 色.
In newspaper frequency rankings, 艶 is #2207, making it a moderately common kanji.
Example Words in Context
Practice Sheet
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Related Kanji
Same radical (色)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many strokes does 艶 have?
The kanji 艶 (glossy) has 19 strokes. Watch the animation above to see the correct order.
What is the correct stroke order for 艶?
艶 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 艶 mean?
艶 means: glossy, luster, glaze, polish, charm, colorful, captivating. On'yomi readings: エン. Kun'yomi readings: つや, なま.めかしい, あで.やか, つや.めく, なま.めく.
What JLPT level is 艶?
艶 is a JLPT N1 kanji. This is an advanced kanji.