荘 — villa, inn, cottage
Learn the correct stroke order for 荘 (villa), a 9-stroke kanji.
Stroke Order
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Usage Notes
The kanji 荘 (villa) is part of the secondary school kanji set and appears at JLPT N1 level. It has 9 strokes with radical 艸.
In newspaper frequency rankings, 荘 is #1489, making it a moderately common kanji.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many strokes does 荘 have?
The kanji 荘 (villa) has 9 strokes. Watch the animation above to see the correct order.
What is the correct stroke order for 荘?
荘 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 荘 mean?
荘 means: villa, inn, cottage, feudal manor, solemn, dignified. On'yomi readings: ソウ, ショウ, チャン. Kun'yomi readings: ほうき, おごそ.か.
What JLPT level is 荘?
荘 is a JLPT N1 kanji. This is an advanced kanji.