二
JLPT N5Kun-yomi (Japanese reading)
ふた、ふた.つ、ふたた.び
On-yomi (Chinese reading)
ニ、ジ
Meaning
Stroke Count
2 strokes
📝 How to Remember
「二」is one of the simplest kanji with only 2 strokes. Focus on getting the stroke order correct from the start — simple kanji appear in almost every JLPT question.
⚠️ Teacher's Note — On-yomi vs Kun-yomi
「二」has both On-yomi (ニ、ジ) and Kun-yomi (ふた、ふた.つ、ふたた.び). 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)
「二」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 「二」?+
On-yomi: ニ、ジ. Kun-yomi: ふた、ふた.つ、ふたた.び.
What does 「二」mean in Japanese?+
「二」means "null". It is a JLPT N5 kanji — one of the most essential characters for beginners.
How many strokes does 「二」have?+
「二」is written with 2 strokes.
Is 「二」on the JLPT N5?+
Yes, 「二」is an official JLPT N5 kanji. Knowing all ~110 N5 kanji is essential for passing the exam.
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