後
JLPT N5Kun-yomi (Japanese reading)
のち、うし.ろ、うしろ、あと、おく.れる
On-yomi (Chinese reading)
ゴ、コウ
Meaning
Stroke Count
9 strokes
Related Vocabulary
📝 How to Remember
「後」has 9 strokes. Break it into smaller visual components — most complex kanji are combinations of simpler parts you already know.
⚠️ Teacher's Note — On-yomi vs Kun-yomi
「後」has both On-yomi (ゴ、コウ) and Kun-yomi (のち、うし.ろ、うしろ、あと、おく.れる). On-yomi is typically used in compound words (two kanji together), while Kun-yomi appears when the kanji stands alone or with hiragana.
🎯 JLPT N5 — How It's Tested
もんだい1 (Kanji Reading) & もんだい2 (Kanji Writing)
「後」typically appears in もんだい1, where you choose the correct reading, and もんだい2, where you choose the correct kanji for a hiragana word. Make sure you can recognize it both ways.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How do you read the kanji 「後」?+
On-yomi: ゴ、コウ. Kun-yomi: のち、うし.ろ、うしろ、あと、おく.れる.
What does 「後」mean in Japanese?+
「後」means "null". It is a JLPT N5 kanji — one of the most essential characters for beginners.
How many strokes does 「後」have?+
「後」is written with 9 strokes.
Is 「後」on the JLPT N5?+
Yes, 「後」is an official JLPT N5 kanji. Knowing all ~110 N5 kanji is essential for passing the exam.
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