Quick answer
足 is the kanji for "Leg". The most common reading is あし (ashi). Mnemonics and example sentences are listed below.
Meaning
Leg
Also : Foot · Sufficient
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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
7 strokes
Radicals
Memory Aid
The kanji 足 represents 'LEG'. Think of this shape as a picture representing the concept of leg.
On-reading: そく — remember this sound by associating it with leg. Kun-reading: あし.
Example Sentences
足を怪我して歩けません。
あしをけがしてあるけません。
I hurt my leg and can't walk.
お金が足りません。
おかねがたりません。
I don't have enough money.
Vocabulary using 足
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Last updated Jul 4, 2026
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