菊

菊 — chrysanthemum

Learn the correct stroke order for 菊 (chrysanthemum), a 11-stroke kanji.

JLPT N1Secondary school11 strokes

Stroke Order

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On'yomi (音読み)キクkiku
Kun'yomi (訓読み)—
Strokes11
Radical艸
Frequency#1287
Meaningschrysanthemum

Step-by-Step Diagram

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Try Writing It

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Common Words

白菊しらぎくwhite chrysanthemumnoun
菊きくchrysanthemum (Chrysanthemum morifolium)noun

Usage & Examples

Usage Notes

The kanji 菊 (chrysanthemum) is part of the secondary school kanji set and appears at JLPT N1 level. It has 11 strokes with radical 艸.

In newspaper frequency rankings, 菊 is #1287, making it a moderately common kanji.

Example Words in Context

白菊しらぎく — white chrysanthemum
菊きく — chrysanthemum (Chrysanthemum morifolium)

Practice Sheet

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many strokes does 菊 have?

The kanji 菊 (chrysanthemum) has 11 strokes. Watch the animation above to see the correct order.

What is the correct stroke order for 菊?

菊 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 菊 mean?

菊 means: chrysanthemum. On'yomi readings: キク.

What JLPT level is 菊?

菊 is a JLPT N1 kanji. This is an advanced kanji.