Quick answer
区 is the kanji for "Ward". Its reading is く (ku). This page includes example sentences and a stroke-order diagram.
Meaning
Ward
Also : District
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Readings
kun = Japanese reading · on = Chinese reading
Practice writing
Trace the kanji stroke by stroke with a visual guide.
Stroke Order
4 strokes
Radicals
Memory Aid
The kanji 区 represents 'WARD'. Think of this shape as a picture representing the concept of ward.
On-reading: く — remember this sound by associating it with ward.
Example Sentences
この地区において、新しい施設が建設されました。
このちくにおいて、あたらしいしせつがけんせつされました。
A new facility was built in this district.
区別して考えることによって、誤解を防ぐことができます。
くべつしてかんがえることによって、ごかいをふせぐことができます。
By distinguishing and thinking, misunderstandings can be prevented.
Vocabulary using 区
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Last updated Jul 25, 2026
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