Quick answer
律 is the kanji for "Law". The most common reading is りつ (ritsu). Mnemonics and example sentences are listed below.
Meaning
Law
Also : Rhythm · Regulate · Gauge · Control
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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
9 strokes
Radicals
Memory Aid
The kanji 律 represents 'RHYTHM'. Think of this shape as a picture representing the concept of rhythm.
On-reading: りつ — remember this sound by associating it with rhythm.
Example Sentences
国際法の規律に従って、外交問題を解決すべきです。
こくさいほうのきりつにしたがって、がいこうもんだいをかいけつすべきです。
Diplomatic issues should be resolved in accordance with the rules of international law.
自律心を持って行動することが、社会人として大切です。
じりつしんをもってこうどうすることが、しゃかいじんとしてたいせつです。
Acting with a sense of self-discipline is important as a member of society.
Vocabulary using 律
Grammar to study at this level
- [Noun] + に伴い～に伴い (ni tomonai) - Along with / In accordance with
- [Noun] + をはじめ～をはじめ (wo hajime) - Starting with / Including
- [Noun] + に応じて～に応じて (ni oujite) - According to / In response to
- [Noun] + から + [Noun] + にかけて～にかけて (ni kakete) - From...to / In the area of
- [Noun] + に限り～に限り (ni kagiri) - Limited to / Only
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
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