Kanji · N3 · 12 strokes
歯 / tooth
Kanji for tooth.
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Readings
| Type | Reading | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| On (音) | シ | Sino-Japanese readings — common in compounds. |
| Kun (訓) | は | Native Japanese readings — common standalone or with okurigana. |
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Meaning
歯 carries the meaning tooth.
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How to write 歯
Trace 歯 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.
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Common compounds with 歯
歯はtooth
歯科しかdental clinic
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歯 in context
毎日歯を磨きます。
まいにちはをみがきます。
I brush my teeth every day.
歯科の受付は2階です。
しかのうけつけはにかいです。
The dental clinic reception is on the 2nd floor.
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Printable practice sheet
Print this worksheet to practice writing 歯 by hand — the top row shows the stroke order to trace, then fill the blank squares.
歯 — Kanji Practice
12 strokes · studyhiragana.com/kanji/歯
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