弔 kanji: meaning “condolences”, readings and mnemonic
JLPT N14 strokes
Meaning and readings
- Meaning
- condolences
- On'yomi
- チョウ
- Kun'yomi
- とむら・う、とぶら・う
Picture story to remember 弔
An archer lays down his bow (弓) and lowers his head, offering quiet condolences.
Parts in this story:弓
How to write 弔: stroke order
弔 is written with 4 strokes. Watch them drawn in order.
Words that use 弔
- 弔問ちょうもんcondolence call
- 弔うとむらうto mourn for
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