貿

貿 — trade, exchange

Learn the correct stroke order for 貿 (trade), a 12-stroke kanji.

JLPT N2Grade 512 strokes

Stroke Order

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On'yomi (音読み)ボウbou
Kun'yomi (訓読み)—
Strokes12
Radical貝
Frequency#652
Meaningstrade, exchange

Step-by-Step Diagram

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Try Writing It

Practice writing each stroke in the correct order and direction. Start from the green dot.

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Common Words

貿易ぼうえき(foreign) trade; (international) commerce; importing and exportingnoun

Usage & Examples

Usage Notes

The kanji 貿 (trade) is taught in grade 5 of Japanese elementary school and appears at JLPT N2 level. It has 12 strokes with radical 貝.

In newspaper frequency rankings, 貿 is #652, making it a frequently used kanji.

Example Words in Context

貿易ぼうえき — (foreign) trade; (international) commerce; importing and exporting

Practice Sheet

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many strokes does 貿 have?

The kanji 貿 (trade) has 12 strokes. Watch the animation above to see the correct order.

What is the correct stroke order for 貿?

貿 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 貿 mean?

貿 means: trade, exchange. On'yomi readings: ボウ.

What JLPT level is 貿?

貿 is a JLPT N2 kanji. This is an advanced kanji.