Formerly
Meanings
Formerly, Once, Before, Ever, Never, Ex-
On'yomi
γγγ γγ γγ
Chinese-derived readings, typically used in compounds.
Kun'yomi
γγ€γ γγ€γ¦γ γγͺγγ‘
Native Japanese readings, typically used as standalone words.
Stroke order
ζ½ is written in 11 strokes. Diagram from KanjiVG (CC BY-SA 3.0).
About this kanji
ζ½ (Formerly) is not taught on WaniKani. It is taught in Japanese secondary school as part of the official Joyo kanji list. It ranks #1320 in modern newspaper-frequency lists. It is written with 11 strokes.
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