名
JLPT N5Kun-yomi (Japanese reading)
な
On-yomi (Chinese reading)
メイ、ミョウ
Meaning
Stroke Count
6 strokes
Related Vocabulary
📝 How to Remember
With 6 strokes, 「名」is easy to write once you learn the stroke order. Practice writing it 5 times daily until it becomes automatic.
⚠️ Teacher's Note — On-yomi vs Kun-yomi
「名」has both On-yomi (メイ、ミョウ) and Kun-yomi (な). 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)
「名」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 「名」?+
On-yomi: メイ、ミョウ. Kun-yomi: な.
What does 「名」mean in Japanese?+
「名」means "null". It is a JLPT N5 kanji — one of the most essential characters for beginners.
How many strokes does 「名」have?+
「名」is written with 6 strokes.
Is 「名」on the JLPT N5?+
Yes, 「名」is an official JLPT N5 kanji. Knowing all ~110 N5 kanji is essential for passing the exam.
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