Kanji · N4 · 11 strokes

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Kanji for strong or tough.

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Readings

TypeReadingNotes
On (音)キョウSino-Japanese readings — common in compounds.
Kun (訓)つよ.いNative Japanese readings — common standalone or with okurigana.
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Meaning

強 carries the meaning strong or tough.

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How to write 強

Trace 強 on the canvas at the top of the page. The animation below plays the stroke order — watch how each numbered stroke is drawn, then trace along yourself.

How to write 強
Animated stroke order — 11 strokes
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Common compounds with 強

つよいtough/strong
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強 in context

きむさんはちからがつよいです

Mr. Kim is strong.

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Printable practice sheet

Print this worksheet to practice writing 強 by hand — the top row shows the stroke order to trace, then fill the blank squares.

Printable kanji practice sheet for 強 (strong) — trace the stroke order, then fill the grid
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