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酬

酬 — repay, reward, retribution

Learn the correct stroke order for 酬 (repay), a 13-stroke kanji.

JLPT N1Secondary school13 strokes

Stroke Order

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On'yomi (音読み)シュウshuu、シュshu、トウtou
Kun'yomi (訓読み)むく.いるmukuiru
Strokes13
Radical酉
Frequency#1515
Meaningsrepay, reward, retribution

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

応酬おうしゅうexchange (of words, views, punches, cups, etc.); give-and-takenoun
報酬ほうしゅうremuneration; recompense; rewardnoun
無報酬むほうしゅうunpaid; without pay; gratuitousnoun

Usage & Examples

Usage Notes

The kanji 酬 (repay) is part of the secondary school kanji set and appears at JLPT N1 level. It has 13 strokes with radical 酉.

In newspaper frequency rankings, 酬 is #1515, making it a moderately common kanji.

Example Words in Context

応酬おうしゅう — exchange (of words, views, punches, cups, etc.); give-and-take
報酬ほうしゅう — remuneration; recompense; reward
無報酬むほうしゅう — unpaid; without pay; gratuitous

Practice Sheet

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Same reading

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many strokes does 酬 have?

The kanji 酬 (repay) has 13 strokes. Watch the animation above to see the correct order.

What is the correct stroke order for 酬?

酬 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 酬 mean?

酬 means: repay, reward, retribution. On'yomi readings: シュウ, シュ, トウ. Kun'yomi readings: むく.いる.

What JLPT level is 酬?

酬 is a JLPT N1 kanji. This is an advanced kanji.