十
JLPT N5Kun-yomi (Japanese reading)
とお、と
On-yomi (Chinese reading)
ジュウ、ジッ、ジュッ
Meaning
Stroke Count
2 strokes
Related Vocabulary
📝 How to Remember
「十」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
「十」has both On-yomi (ジュウ、ジッ、ジュッ) and Kun-yomi (とお、と). 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)
「十」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 「十」?+
On-yomi: ジュウ、ジッ、ジュッ. Kun-yomi: とお、と.
What does 「十」mean in Japanese?+
「十」means "null". It is a JLPT N5 kanji — one of the most essential characters for beginners.
How many strokes does 「十」have?+
「十」is written with 2 strokes.
Is 「十」on the JLPT N5?+
Yes, 「十」is an official JLPT N5 kanji. Knowing all ~110 N5 kanji is essential for passing the exam.
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