芯
芯 — wick
Learn the correct stroke order for 芯 (wick), a 7-stroke kanji.
Stroke Order
Stroke 0 / 7
On'yomi (音読み)シンshin
Kun'yomi (訓読み)—
Step-by-Step Diagram
Try Writing It
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Common Words
芯wick; marrow; staple (for stapler)noun
Usage & Examples
Usage Notes
The kanji 芯 (wick) is part of the secondary school kanji set. It has 7 strokes with radical 艸.
In newspaper frequency rankings, 芯 is #2202, making it a moderately common kanji.
Example Words in Context
芯 — wick; marrow; staple (for stapler)
Practice Sheet
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many strokes does 芯 have?
The kanji 芯 (wick) has 7 strokes. Watch the animation above to see the correct order.
What is the correct stroke order for 芯?
芯 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 芯 mean?
芯 means: wick. On'yomi readings: シン.