七 – Seven (Shichi / Nana / Nanatsu Kanji)
Learn the meaning, Onyomi and Kunyomi readings, stroke order, common vocabulary, and example sentences for the Japanese Kanji 七.
Kanji 七 Readings – Onyomi & Kunyomi
七 has both an Onyomi (Chinese-derived) reading and Kunyomi (native Japanese) readings, each used in different word contexts.
Used in compound words such as 七月 (shichigatsu – July) and 七五三 (shichigosan – a children's festival).
The common reading used for counting, such as 七人 (nananin – seven people) and 七時 (nanaji – seven o'clock).
七 Stroke Order – How to Write 七
七 is written with 2 strokes. Follow the numbered order below to write it correctly.
💡 Tip: Write the top horizontal stroke first, then the vertical stroke with a slight hook at the bottom.
Common Words Using 七 (Vocabulary List)
Here are 10 essential words that use the kanji 七, worth memorizing first.
Example Sentences with 七
See 七 used in real, natural Japanese sentences with Kanji, Kana, Romaji and English meaning.
りんごが七つあります。
りんごが ななつ あります。
Ringo ga nanatsu arimasu.
There are seven apples.
七人の友達を招待しました。
しちにんの ともだちを しょうたいしました。
Shichinin no tomodachi o shoutai shimashita.
I invited seven friends.
七月は暑いです。
しちがつは あついです。
Shichigatsu wa atsui desu.
July is hot.
毎晩七時に夕食を食べます。
まいばん しちじに ゆうしょくを たべます。
Maiban shichiji ni yuushoku o tabemasu.
I eat dinner at seven every evening.
七夕には短冊に願い事を書きます。
たなばたには たんざくに ねがいごとを かきます。
Tanabata ni wa tanzaku ni negaigoto o kakimasu.
On Tanabata, we write wishes on strips of paper.
Frequently Asked Questions About 七
What does the Kanji 七 mean?
七 means seven. It is one of the most common JLPT N5 kanji and appears in many everyday words such as 七月 (shichigatsu, July) and 七人 (shichinin, seven people).
What is the Onyomi reading of 七?
The Onyomi (Chinese-derived) reading of 七 is シチ (shichi), as in 七月 (shichigatsu, July).
What is the Kunyomi reading of 七?
The Kunyomi (native Japanese) readings of 七 are なな (nana, commonly used for counting) and なな.つ (nanatsu, seven things).
How many strokes does 七 have?
七 is written with 2 strokes.
Is 七 a JLPT N5 kanji?
Yes, 七 is part of the official JLPT N5 kanji list and is one of the first number kanji beginners learn.
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