η
Short
Meanings
Short, Brevity, Fault, Defect, Weak Point
On'yomi
γγ
Chinese-derived readings, typically used in compounds.
Kun'yomi
γΏγγ.γ
Native Japanese readings, typically used as standalone words.
Stroke order
η is written in 12 strokes. Diagram from KanjiVG (CC BY-SA 3.0).
About this kanji
η (Short) is taught on WaniKani at level 12 and appears in the JLPT N2 kanji set. It is taught in Japanese elementary school grade 3 as part of the official Joyo kanji list. It ranks #689 in modern newspaper-frequency lists. It is written with 12 strokes.
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