What does the kanji 当 mean?

The kanji 当 (ataru) means "hit, right, appropriate". It is a JLPT N3 character.

What kanji is "ataru"?

"ataru" is written with the kanji 当, meaning "hit, right, appropriate". Its readings are onyomi (Chinese-derived) とう (tō), kunyomi (native Japanese) あたる (ataru). It is a JLPT N3 character.

How do you write the kanji 当?

Write 当 ("hit") 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.