顎
顎 — jaw, chin, gill
Learn the correct stroke order for 顎 (jaw), a 18-stroke kanji.
Stroke Order
Stroke 0 / 18
On'yomi (音読み)ガクgaku
Kun'yomi (訓読み)あごago、あぎとagito
Step-by-Step Diagram
Try Writing It
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Common Words
顎jaw; chinnoun
Usage & Examples
Usage Notes
The kanji 顎 (jaw) is part of the secondary school kanji set. It has 18 strokes with radical 頁.
Example Words in Context
顎 — jaw; chin
Practice Sheet
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many strokes does 顎 have?
The kanji 顎 (jaw) has 18 strokes. Watch the animation above to see the correct order.
What is the correct stroke order for 顎?
顎 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 顎 mean?
顎 means: jaw, chin, gill. On'yomi readings: ガク. Kun'yomi readings: あご, あぎと.