JLPT N5
Kun-yomi (Japanese reading)
くだ-もの、は-たす
On-yomi (Chinese reading)
Meaning
Fruit, result, accomplish
Stroke Count
8 strokes
Examples

果物

📝 How to Remember

「果」has 8 strokes. Break it into smaller visual components — most complex kanji are combinations of simpler parts you already know.

⚠️ Teacher's NoteOn-yomi vs Kun-yomi

「果」has both On-yomi (カ) and Kun-yomi (くだ-もの、は-たす). 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)

「果」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 「果」?+
On-yomi: カ. Kun-yomi: くだ-もの、は-たす.
What does 「果」mean in Japanese?+
「果」means "Fruit, result, accomplish". It is a JLPT N5 kanji — one of the most essential characters for beginners.
How many strokes does 「果」have?+
「果」is written with 8 strokes.
Is 「果」on the JLPT N5?+
Yes, 「果」is an official JLPT N5 kanji. Knowing all ~110 N5 kanji is essential for passing the exam.
Can you give an example sentence using 「果」?+
Yes: 果物. Practicing kanji in context is one of the most effective ways to remember them.