What does the kanji 典 mean?

The kanji 典 (ten) means "code, ceremony, law, rule". It is a JLPT N2 character.

"ten" is written with the kanji 典, meaning "code, ceremony, law, rule". Its readings are onyomi (Chinese-derived) てん (ten). It is a JLPT N2 character.

How do you write the kanji 典?

Write 典 ("code") by following the correct stroke order. Use the interactive, step-by-step stroke order animation on this page to practise each stroke in sequence and build muscle memory.