What does the kanji 初 mean?

The kanji 初 (hajime) means "first time, beginning". It is a JLPT N3 character.

What kanji is "hajime"?

"hajime" is written with the kanji 初, meaning "first time, beginning". Its readings are onyomi (Chinese-derived) しょ (sho), kunyomi (native Japanese) はじめ (hajime), はつ (hatsu). It is a JLPT N3 character.

How do you write the kanji 初?

Write 初 ("first time") 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.