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追

追 — chase, drive away, follow

Learn the correct stroke order for 追 (chase), a 9-stroke kanji.

JLPT N3Grade 39 strokes

Stroke Order

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On'yomi (音読み)ツイtsui
Kun'yomi (訓読み)お.うou
Strokes9
Radical辵
Frequency#411
Meaningschase, drive away, follow, pursue, meanwhile

Step-by-Step Diagram

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Try Writing It

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Common Words

訴追そついprosecution; indictmentnoun
追うおうto chase; to run after; to pursueverb
追加ついかaddition; supplement; appendingnoun
追及ついきゅうinvestigation (e.g. into someone's guilt); questioning; pressingnoun
追求ついきゅうpursuit (of a goal, ideal, etc.); search; chasenoun
追究ついきゅうthorough investigation; close inquiry; pursuit (e.g. of the truth)noun

Usage & Examples

Usage Notes

The kanji 追 (chase) is taught in grade 3 of Japanese elementary school and appears at JLPT N3 level. It has 9 strokes with radical 辵.

In newspaper frequency rankings, 追 is #411, making it one of the most commonly used kanji.

Example Words in Context

訴追そつい — prosecution; indictment
追うおう — to chase; to run after; to pursue
追加ついか — addition; supplement; appending

Practice Sheet

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many strokes does 追 have?

The kanji 追 (chase) has 9 strokes. Watch the animation above to see the correct order.

What is the correct stroke order for 追?

追 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 追 mean?

追 means: chase, drive away, follow, pursue, meanwhile. On'yomi readings: ツイ. Kun'yomi readings: お.う.

What JLPT level is 追?

追 is a JLPT N3 kanji. This is an intermediate kanji.