ι
Kettle
Meanings
Kettle, Cauldron, Iron Pot
On'yomi
γ΅
Chinese-derived readings, typically used in compounds.
Kun'yomi
γγΎ
Native Japanese readings, typically used as standalone words.
Stroke order
ι is written in 10 strokes. Diagram from KanjiVG (CC BY-SA 3.0).
About this kanji
ι (Kettle) is not taught on WaniKani. It is taught in Japanese secondary school as part of the official Joyo kanji list. It ranks #1761 in modern newspaper-frequency lists. It is written with 10 strokes.
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