晴 kanji stroke order 晴 japanese kanji writing 晴 kanji diagram-kanji lookup

かいせい
快晴
noun, 'no' adjective
clear weather; cloudless weather; good weather
は
晴
れる
ichidan verb, intransitive verb
1. to clear up; to clear away; to be sunny; to stop raining
2. to refresh (e.g. spirits)
すば
素晴
らしい
'i' adjective
wonderful; splendid; magnificent
はれのちあめ
晴後雨
expression
clear then rain (e.g. weather forecast)  (see also: 晴れ後曇り)
にほんばれ
日本晴
noun
beautiful weather; clear and cloudless sky; clear Japanese weather
あっぱれ
天晴
'na' adjective, noun
1. splendid; praiseworthy; admirable; brilliant  (often written with kana only)
interjection (kandoushi)
2. well done!; bravo!  (often written with kana only)

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1. Kanji Breakdown: 晴

This kanji represents a pleasant and fundamental weather condition.

  • Meaning: Clear up, fine weather; to clear (of weather or feelings).

  • Reading:

    • Onyomi (Sino-Japanese reading): セイ (sei)

    • Kunyomi (Native Japanese reading): は（れる） (ha(reru)), は（らす） (ha(rasu))

The kanji is a phono-semantic compound (形声文字). It consists of two parts:

  • Left (日): This means "sun" or "day."

  • Right (青): This means "blue," but it also carries the meaning of "clear," "pure," and "serene."

Thus, the character beautifully combines the ideas of the "sun (日)" and a "clear blue (青)" sky, creating the meaning of "clear weather."

2. Stroke Order and Writing

Learning the correct stroke order is crucial for balanced and beautiful kanji. "晴" has 12 strokes.

Here is the stroke order diagram and explanation:

Total Strokes: 12

  1. Start with the left radical "日" (sun radical):

  2. Then, write the right part "青":

Key Writing Tips:

  • Write from left to right, top to bottom.

  • The left radical "日" is narrow and should be positioned slightly higher than the center.

  • The right part "青" is wider. Ensure the bottom horizontal stroke is the longest to provide a stable base.

  • The overall character should feel balanced and "bright," reflecting its meaning.

3. Vocabulary and Example Sentences

Here are some common words using "晴" and how to use them in sentences.

Vocabulary

  1. 晴れる (はれる, hareru)

    • Meaning: To clear up (weather); to be dispelled (of worries).

    • Example: 空が晴れてきた。

    • Romaji: Sora ga harete kita.

    • English: The sky is clearing up.

  2. 晴天 (せいてん, seiten)

    • Meaning: Fine weather, clear sky.

    • Example: 運動会には晴天に恵まれた。

    • Romaji: Undōkai ni wa seiten ni megumareta.

    • English: We were blessed with fine weather for the sports day.

  3. 快晴 (かいせい, kaisei)

    • Meaning: Clear, cloudless weather, fine weather.

    • Example: 今日は快晴だ。

    • Romaji: Kyō wa kaisei da.

    • English: Today is perfectly clear.

  4. 晴れ (はれ, hare)

    • Meaning: Clear weather; a formal or celebratory occasion.

    • Example: 今日は晴れの卒業式です。

    • Romaji: Kyō wa hare no sotsugyōshiki desu.

    • English: Today is the celebratory graduation ceremony.

  5. 雨上がりの晴れ (あめあがりのはれ, ameagari no hare)

    • Meaning: Clear weather after rain.

    • Example: 雨上がりの晴れの空は美しい。

    • Romaji: Ameagari no hare no sora wa utsukushii.

    • English: The sky during clear weather after rain is beautiful.

  6. 晴れ着 (はれぎ, haregi)

    • Meaning: One's best clothes, fine clothes (for a special occasion).

    • Example: お正月に晴れ着を着る。

    • Romaji: Oshōgatsu ni haregi o kiru.

    • English: I wear my best clothes for New Year.

Summary

  • Kanji: 晴

  • Core Meaning: Clear Weather, To Clear Up.

  • Readings: On'yomi セイ (sei), Kun'yomi はれる (hareru)

  • Stroke Order: 12 strokes. Remember it's composed of 日 (sun) and 青 (blue/clear). Practice writing it step-by-step to master its form.

This kanji is essential for describing weather, emotions, and special occasions. By mastering its stroke order and vocabulary, you will be able to correctly write and use this bright and positive character.


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