番
JLPT N5On-yomi (Chinese reading)
バン
Meaning
Stroke Count
12 strokes
📝 How to Remember
At 12 strokes, 「番」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
「番」uses only On-yomi (バン), common for kanji mostly used in compound words.
🎯 JLPT N5 — How It's Tested
もんだい1 (Kanji Reading) & もんだい2 (Kanji Writing)
「番」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 「番」?+
On-yomi: バン.
What does 「番」mean in Japanese?+
「番」means "null". It is a JLPT N5 kanji — one of the most essential characters for beginners.
How many strokes does 「番」have?+
「番」is written with 12 strokes.
Is 「番」on the JLPT N5?+
Yes, 「番」is an official JLPT N5 kanji. Knowing all ~110 N5 kanji is essential for passing the exam.
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