Quick answer
立 is the kanji for "Stand". The most common reading is た.つ (tatsu). Mnemonics and example sentences are listed below.
Meaning
Stand
Also : Rise · Set up · Erect
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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
5 strokes
Radicals
Memory Aid
The kanji 立 represents 'STAND UP'. Think of this shape as a picture representing the concept of stand up.
On-reading: りつ — remember this sound by associating it with stand up. Kun-reading: た.つ.
Example Sentences
立って話してください。
たってはなしてください。
Please stand up and speak.
役に立つ言葉を覚えました。
やくにたつことばをおぼえました。
I memorized useful words.
Vocabulary using 立
Grammar to study at this level
Last updated Jul 22, 2026
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