雨 — rain
Learn the correct stroke order for 雨 (rain), a 8-stroke kanji.
Stroke Order
Step-by-Step Diagram
Try Writing It
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Common Words
Usage & Examples
Usage Notes
The kanji 雨 (rain) is taught in grade 1 of Japanese elementary school and appears at JLPT N5 level. It has 8 strokes with radical 雨.
In newspaper frequency rankings, 雨 is #950, making it a frequently used kanji.
Example Words in Context
Practice Sheet
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Related Kanji
Same radical (雨)
Same reading
Frequently Asked Questions
How many strokes does 雨 have?
The kanji 雨 (rain) has 8 strokes. Watch the animation above to see the correct order.
What is the correct stroke order for 雨?
雨 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 雨 mean?
雨 means: rain. On'yomi readings: ウ. Kun'yomi readings: あめ, あま-, -さめ.
What JLPT level is 雨?
雨 is a JLPT N5 kanji. This is a beginner-level kanji.