Quick answer
図 is the kanji for "Map". The most common reading is え (e). Mnemonics and example sentences are listed below.
Meaning
Map
Also : Drawing · Plan
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Readings
kun = Japanese reading · on = Chinese reading
Practice writing
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Stroke Order
7 strokes
Radicals
Memory Aid
The kanji 図 represents 'MAP'. Think of this shape as a picture representing the concept of map.
On-reading: ず — remember this sound by associating it with map. Kun-reading: え.
Example Sentences
地図を使って道を調べました。
ちずをつかってみちをしらべました。
I looked up the route using a map.
図書館で勉強しました。
としょかんでべんきょうしました。
I studied at the library.
Vocabulary using 図
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Last updated Jun 11, 2026
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