How to Write 解 (unravel, notes, key, explanation, understanding) — Stroke Order, Readings & Printable Worksheet
Master the 13-stroke writing sequence of the JLPT N3 (Kyōiku Kanji Grade 5 (小学5年生)) character 解 (“unravel, notes, key, explanation, understanding”), indexed under the 角 (つの (horn)) radical. Practice 解 alongside high-frequency Japanese Jukugo compounds such as 解く (とく (toku) — unravel), 解かす (とかす (tokasu) — unravel).
🔍 Radical & Component Breakdown (解)
Primary Radical (部首): 角 — つの (horn)
Radical Position: Standalone / Integrated (部首)
Semantic Theme: Radical 角
Curriculum & Reading Usage: Kyōiku Kanji Grade 5 (小学5年生) (JLPT N3). Use the Sino-Japanese Onyomi (カイ, ゲ) when 解 combines with other Kanji in multi-character Jukugo compounds, and use the native Japanese Kunyomi (と.く, と.かす, と.ける, ほど.く, ほぐ.す, わか.る, さと.る) when 解 appears as a standalone noun or with Hiragana okurigana endings.
Genkō Yōshi Proportions (13画): At 13 strokes, 解 is a high-density Kanji where compact internal spacing prevents visual crowding. Keep the 角 (つの (horn)) radical (Standalone / Integrated position) slim and space internal horizontal strokes evenly so all 13 strokes fit inside the Genkō Yōshi margins.
📜 Etymology & Mnemonic Insight (六書 / Rikusho)
Radical: 角 (つの (horn))
Standard Jouyou kanji written with 13 strokes under radical 角.
Common Japanese Words & Jukugo Using 解
Frequently Asked Questions About Kanji 解 (FAQ)
How many strokes are in 解 and how is it structured?
The Japanese character 解 ("unravel, notes, key, explanation, understanding") is written with 13 strokes (13画) as a JLPT N3 (Kyōiku Kanji Grade 5 (小学5年生)) high-density multi-component Kanji (12+ strokes) indexed under the 角 (つの (horn)) radical. At 13 strokes, 解 is a high-density Kanji where compact internal spacing prevents visual crowding. Keep the 角 (つの (horn)) radical (Standalone / Integrated position) slim and space internal horizontal strokes evenly so all 13 strokes fit inside the Genkō Yōshi margins.
What are the Onyomi, Kunyomi, and Jukugo words for 解?
For 解 (JLPT N3), the Onyomi is カイ, ゲ and the Kunyomi is と.く, と.かす, と.ける, ほど.く, ほぐ.す, わか.る, さと.る. Use the Sino-Japanese Onyomi (カイ, ゲ) when 解 combines with other Kanji in multi-character Jukugo compounds, and use the native Japanese Kunyomi (と.く, と.かす, と.ける, ほど.く, ほぐ.す, わか.る, さと.る) when 解 appears as a standalone noun or with Hiragana okurigana endings. High-frequency Japanese vocabulary using 解 includes 解く (とく (toku) — unravel), 解かす (とかす (tokasu) — unravel).
What is the stroke order rule for writing 解 on Genkō Yōshi paper?
When writing the 13 strokes of 解 (unravel, notes, key, explanation, understanding), start with the 角 (つの (horn)) in the Standalone / Integrated (部首) position and follow standard Japanese Hitsujun (筆順) principles: top to bottom (上から下) and left to right (左から右). Practice 解 interactively on the Kanji Scribe canvas or print a free A4 Genkō Yōshi PDF worksheet.
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