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量

量 — quantity, measure, weight

Learn the correct stroke order for 量 (quantity), a 12-stroke kanji.

JLPT N2Grade 412 strokes

Stroke Order

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On'yomi (音読み)リョウryou
Kun'yomi (訓読み)はか.るhakaru
Strokes12
Radical里
Frequency#469
Meaningsquantity, measure, weight, amount, consider, estimate, surmise

Step-by-Step Diagram

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Try Writing It

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Common Words

雨量うりょう(amount of) rainfallnoun
音量おんりょうvolume (sound)noun
計量けいりょうmeasuring; weighingnoun
軽量けいりょうlight weightnoun
減量げんりょうloss in weight (esp. body weight); weight reductionnoun
裁量さいりょうdiscretion; judgement; judgmentnoun

Usage & Examples

Usage Notes

The kanji 量 (quantity) is taught in grade 4 of Japanese elementary school and appears at JLPT N2 level. It has 12 strokes with radical 里.

In newspaper frequency rankings, 量 is #469, making it one of the most commonly used kanji.

Example Words in Context

雨量うりょう — (amount of) rainfall
音量おんりょう — volume (sound)
計量けいりょう — measuring; weighing

Practice Sheet

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many strokes does 量 have?

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

What is the correct stroke order for 量?

量 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 量 mean?

量 means: quantity, measure, weight, amount, consider, estimate, surmise. On'yomi readings: リョウ. Kun'yomi readings: はか.る.

What JLPT level is 量?

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