運
JLPT N5Kun-yomi (Japanese reading)
はこ-ぶ
On-yomi (Chinese reading)
ウン
Meaning
Carry, luck, transport
Stroke Count
12 strokes
Examples
運動
Related Vocabulary
📝 How to Remember
At 12 strokes, 「運」requires deliberate practice. Identify the radical (root part) first, then learn the remaining strokes as a unit.
⚠️ Teacher's Note — On-yomi vs Kun-yomi
「運」has both On-yomi (ウン) and Kun-yomi (はこ-ぶ). On-yomi is typically used in compound words (two kanji together), while Kun-yomi appears when the kanji stands alone or with hiragana.
🎯 JLPT N5 — How It's Tested
もんだい1 (Kanji Reading) & もんだい2 (Kanji Writing)
「運」typically appears in もんだい1, where you choose the correct reading, and もんだい2, where you choose the correct kanji for a hiragana word. Make sure you can recognize it both ways.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How do you read the kanji 「運」?+
On-yomi: ウン. Kun-yomi: はこ-ぶ.
What does 「運」mean in Japanese?+
「運」means "Carry, luck, transport". It is a JLPT N5 kanji — one of the most essential characters for beginners.
How many strokes does 「運」have?+
「運」is written with 12 strokes.
Is 「運」on the JLPT N5?+
Yes, 「運」is an official JLPT N5 kanji. Knowing all ~110 N5 kanji is essential for passing the exam.
Can you give an example sentence using 「運」?+
Yes: 運動. Practicing kanji in context is one of the most effective ways to remember them.
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