転
JLPT N5Kun-yomi (Japanese reading)
ころ-がる、ころ-ぶ
On-yomi (Chinese reading)
テン
Meaning
Roll, rotate, transfer
Stroke Count
11 strokes
Examples
運転
Related Vocabulary
📝 How to Remember
At 11 strokes, 「転」requires deliberate practice. Identify the radical (root part) first, then learn the remaining strokes as a unit.
⚠️ Teacher's Note — On-yomi vs Kun-yomi
「転」has both On-yomi (テン) and Kun-yomi (ころ-がる、ころ-ぶ). 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)
「転」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 「転」?+
On-yomi: テン. Kun-yomi: ころ-がる、ころ-ぶ.
What does 「転」mean in Japanese?+
「転」means "Roll, rotate, transfer". It is a JLPT N5 kanji — one of the most essential characters for beginners.
How many strokes does 「転」have?+
「転」is written with 11 strokes.
Is 「転」on the JLPT N5?+
Yes, 「転」is an official JLPT N5 kanji. Knowing all ~110 N5 kanji is essential for passing the exam.
Can you give an example sentence using 「転」?+
Yes: 運転. Practicing kanji in context is one of the most effective ways to remember them.
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