Kanji: 遠 (Far/Distant)
The kanji 遠 means "far," "distant," or "remote." It describes a great physical distance, or metaphorically, a distant time or a less close relationship.
Key Reading:
Kun-yomi (Japanese reading): とお（い）(tōi)
On-yomi (Sino-Japanese reading): エン (en)
Common Words & Usage:
遠い (tōi) - I-adjective. Far, distant.
遠慮 (enryo) - Noun/Suru-verb. Hesitation, reserve; refusal (often used politely as 遠慮なく - "without hesitation" or "don't hold back").
遠足 (ensoku) - Noun. Excursion, field trip.
望遠鏡 (bōenkyō) - Noun. Telescope.
Example Sentence:
Japanese: ここから駅まで遠いですか？
Romaji: Koko kara eki made tōi desu ka?
English: Is it far from here to the station?
Learning the correct stroke order for kanji like 遠 is essential for balanced, legible Japanese handwriting and is a fundamental part of mastering kanji writing.