How to Write 鯉 (carp) — Stroke Order, Readings & Printable Worksheet
Practice writing the Japanese Kanji 鯉 (carp) stroke-by-stroke with real-time trajectory feedback, or print an A4 Genkō Yōshi PDF practice worksheet.
🔍 Radical & Component Breakdown (鯉)
Primary Radical (部首): 魚 — うお / さかな (fish)
Radical Position: Standalone / Integrated (部首)
Semantic Theme: Radical 魚
📜 Etymology & Mnemonic Insight (六書 / Rikusho)
Radical: 魚 (うお / さかな (fish))
Standard Jouyou kanji written with 18 strokes under radical 魚.
Common Japanese Words & Jukugo Using 鯉
Frequently Asked Questions About Kanji 鯉 (FAQ)
How many strokes are in 鯉?
The Japanese character 鯉 (carp) has 18 strokes (18画). In Kanji Scribe, you can practice writing all 18 strokes of 鯉 interactively with real-time stroke direction and order grading.
What is the Onyomi and Kunyomi of 鯉?
For the Kanji 鯉 (JLPT N1), the Onyomi (Chinese-derived reading) is リ and the Kunyomi (native Japanese reading) is こい. Its primary English meaning is "carp".
What is the stroke order rule for writing 鯉?
The Kanji 鯉 (carp) is written with 18 strokes (JLPT N1). 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 鯉 interactively on the Kanji Scribe canvas or print a free A4 Genkō Yōshi PDF worksheet.
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