type of deciduous tree, grey starling
type of deciduous tree, grey starling
りょう
Chinese reading
むく
Japanese reading
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The kanji 椋 means "type of deciduous tree, grey starling" and is part of the JLPT N1 curriculum. This character is essential for Japanese learners to master. Use the interactive stroke order diagram above to learn the correct writing sequence and practice until you can write it from memory.
椋 has multiple readings depending on context: