蜜

蜜 — honey, nectar, molasses

Learn the correct stroke order for 蜜 (honey), a 14-stroke kanji.

Secondary school14 strokes

Stroke Order

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On'yomi (音読み)ミツmitsu、ビツbitsu
Kun'yomi (訓読み)—
Strokes14
Radical虫
Frequency#2203
Meaningshoney, nectar, molasses

Step-by-Step Diagram

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Try Writing It

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Common Words

蜂蜜はちみつhoneynoun
蜜みつnectarnoun

Usage & Examples

Usage Notes

The kanji 蜜 (honey) is part of the secondary school kanji set. It has 14 strokes with radical 虫.

In newspaper frequency rankings, 蜜 is #2203, making it a moderately common kanji.

Example Words in Context

蜂蜜はちみつ — honey
蜜みつ — nectar

Practice Sheet

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many strokes does 蜜 have?

The kanji 蜜 (honey) has 14 strokes. Watch the animation above to see the correct order.

What is the correct stroke order for 蜜?

蜜 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 蜜 mean?

蜜 means: honey, nectar, molasses. On'yomi readings: ミツ, ビツ.