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露

露 — dew, tears, expose

Learn the correct stroke order for 露 (dew), a 21-stroke kanji.

JLPT N1Secondary school21 strokes

Stroke Order

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On'yomi (音読み)ロro、ロウrou
Kun'yomi (訓読み)つゆtsuyu
Strokes21
Radical雨
Frequency#928
Meaningsdew, tears, expose, Russia

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

吐露とろexpressing one's mind; speaking outnoun
披露ひろうannouncement; presentation; demonstrationnoun
露骨ろこつopen; unconcealed; undisguisedna-adjective
露出ろしゅつexposure; laying bare; baring (e.g. skin)noun
露呈ろていexposure; disclosurenoun
露店ろてんstreet stall; stand; boothnoun

Usage & Examples

Usage Notes

The kanji 露 (dew) is part of the secondary school kanji set and appears at JLPT N1 level. It has 21 strokes with radical 雨.

In newspaper frequency rankings, 露 is #928, making it a frequently used kanji.

Example Words in Context

吐露とろ — expressing one's mind; speaking out
披露ひろう — announcement; presentation; demonstration
露骨ろこつ — open; unconcealed; undisguised

Practice Sheet

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Related Kanji

Same radical (雨)

雨rain雪snow雲cloud雰atmosphere電electricity零zero雷thunder需demand

Same reading

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many strokes does 露 have?

The kanji 露 (dew) has 21 strokes. Watch the animation above to see the correct order.

What is the correct stroke order for 露?

露 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 露 mean?

露 means: dew, tears, expose, Russia. On'yomi readings: ロ, ロウ. Kun'yomi readings: つゆ.

What JLPT level is 露?

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