How to Write the Kanji for Tree or Wood: Step-by-step

in #japanese7 years ago

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Hey there!

This is a continuation of the kanji tutorials for the elements. I finally had the time to draw some kanji and get them posted.. 'will do the post one by one later :)

Kanji for Tree/Wood

  • Firstly, draw a straight line across the paper from left to right. This is the first stroke.

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  • Secondly, draw a vertical line on the center of the first stroke forming it like a cross. This is the second stroke.

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  • Thirdly, from the intersection of the first and second strokes draw a curve line facing outside with the bottom tip a little bit thinner.

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  • Lastly, draw a curve line also facing outside with the top tip a little bit thinner than the bottom from the intersections of the first and second stroke.

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Meaning: Tree, Wood
Onyomi: Boku/Moku
Kunyomi: Ki/Ko

TRIVIA: It looks like a tree.


And that's the kanji for Tree or Wood! See you next tutorial!
tina