How to Write 座 (squat, seat, cushion, gathering, sit) — Stroke Order, Readings & Printable Worksheet
Practice writing the Japanese Kanji 座 (squat, seat, cushion, gathering, sit) stroke-by-stroke with real-time trajectory feedback, or print an A4 Genkō Yōshi PDF practice worksheet.
🔍 Radical & Component Breakdown (座)
Primary Radical (部首): 广 — まだれ (dotted cliff)
Radical Position: Hanging (Tare / 垂) (垂 (Tare))
Semantic Theme: Halls, shops, courts, broad buildings, and pavilions
📜 Etymology & Mnemonic Insight (六書 / Rikusho)
Radical: 广 (まだれ (dotted cliff))
Standard Jouyou kanji written with 10 strokes under radical 广.
Common Japanese Words & Jukugo Using 座
Frequently Asked Questions About Kanji 座 (FAQ)
How many strokes are in 座?
The Japanese character 座 (squat, seat, cushion, gathering, sit) has 10 strokes (10画). In Kanji Scribe, you can practice writing all 10 strokes of 座 interactively with real-time stroke direction and order grading.
What is the Onyomi and Kunyomi of 座?
For the Kanji 座 (JLPT N3), the Onyomi (Chinese-derived reading) is ザ and the Kunyomi (native Japanese reading) is すわ.る. Its primary English meaning is "squat, seat, cushion, gathering, sit".
What is the stroke order rule for writing 座?
The Kanji 座 (squat, seat, cushion, gathering, sit) is written with 10 strokes (JLPT N3). Follow standard Japanese stroke order principles: write from top to bottom (上から下) and from left to right (左から右). You can practice writing 座 interactively on the Kanji Scribe canvas or print a free A4 Genkō Yōshi PDF worksheet.
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