酢 — vinegar, sour, acid
Learn the correct stroke order for 酢 (vinegar), a 12-stroke kanji.
Stroke Order
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Usage Notes
The kanji 酢 (vinegar) is part of the secondary school kanji set and appears at JLPT N1 level. It has 12 strokes with radical 酉.
In newspaper frequency rankings, 酢 is #1955, making it a moderately common kanji.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many strokes does 酢 have?
The kanji 酢 (vinegar) has 12 strokes. Watch the animation above to see the correct order.
What is the correct stroke order for 酢?
酢 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 酢 mean?
酢 means: vinegar, sour, acid, tart. On'yomi readings: サク. Kun'yomi readings: す.
What JLPT level is 酢?
酢 is a JLPT N1 kanji. This is an advanced kanji.