一
JLPT N5Kun-yomi (Japanese reading)
ひと、ひと.つ
On-yomi (Chinese reading)
イチ、イツ
Meaning
Stroke Count
1 strokes
Related Vocabulary
📝 How to Remember
「一」is one of the simplest kanji with only 1 stroke. 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
「一」has both On-yomi (イチ、イツ) and Kun-yomi (ひと、ひと.つ). 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)
「一」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 「一」?+
On-yomi: イチ、イツ. Kun-yomi: ひと、ひと.つ.
What does 「一」mean in Japanese?+
「一」means "null". It is a JLPT N5 kanji — one of the most essential characters for beginners.
How many strokes does 「一」have?+
「一」is written with 1 stroke.
Is 「一」on the JLPT N5?+
Yes, 「一」is an official JLPT N5 kanji. Knowing all ~110 N5 kanji is essential for passing the exam.
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