How to Write 替 (exchange, spare, substitute, per-) — Stroke Order, Readings & Printable Worksheet
Practice writing the Japanese Kanji 替 (exchange, spare, substitute, per-) stroke-by-stroke with real-time trajectory feedback, or print an A4 Genkō Yōshi PDF practice worksheet.
🔍 Radical & Component Breakdown (替)
Primary Radical (部首): 曰 — ひらび (say)
Radical Position: Standalone / Integrated (部首)
Semantic Theme: Radical 曰
📜 Etymology & Mnemonic Insight (六書 / Rikusho)
Radical: 曰 (ひらび (say))
Standard Jouyou kanji written with 12 strokes under radical 曰.
Common Japanese Words & Jukugo Using 替
Frequently Asked Questions About Kanji 替 (FAQ)
How many strokes are in 替?
The Japanese character 替 (exchange, spare, substitute, per-) has 12 strokes (12画). In Kanji Scribe, you can practice writing all 12 strokes of 替 interactively with real-time stroke direction and order grading.
What is the Onyomi and Kunyomi of 替?
For the Kanji 替 (JLPT N2), the Onyomi (Chinese-derived reading) is タイ and the Kunyomi (native Japanese reading) is か.える, か.え-, か.わる. Its primary English meaning is "exchange, spare, substitute, per-".
What is the stroke order rule for writing 替?
The Kanji 替 (exchange, spare, substitute, per-) is written with 12 strokes (JLPT N2). 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 替 interactively on the Kanji Scribe canvas or print a free A4 Genkō Yōshi PDF worksheet.
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