訃 — obituary
Learn the correct stroke order for 訃 (obituary), a 9-stroke kanji.
Stroke Order
Step-by-Step Diagram
Try Writing It
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Draw stroke 1 of 9 — start from the green dot
Usage & Examples
Usage Notes
The kanji 訃 (obituary) is part of the secondary school kanji set. It has 9 strokes with radical 言.
In newspaper frequency rankings, 訃 is #2379, making it a moderately common kanji.
Practice Sheet
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many strokes does 訃 have?
The kanji 訃 (obituary) has 9 strokes. Watch the animation above to see the correct order.
What is the correct stroke order for 訃?
訃 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 訃 mean?
訃 means: obituary. On'yomi readings: フ. Kun'yomi readings: しらせ.