達 – Plural suffix / To reach, attain (Tatsu Kanji)
Learn the meaning, Onyomi and Kunyomi readings, stroke order, common vocabulary, and example sentences for the Japanese Kanji 達.
Kanji 達 Readings – Onyomi & Kunyomi
達 has both an Onyomi (Chinese-derived) reading and Kunyomi (native Japanese) readings, each used in different word contexts.
Used in compound words meaning "to reach/attain," such as 発達 (hattatsu – development) and 達成 (tassei – achievement).
達 Stroke Order – How to Write 達
達 is written with 12 strokes. Follow the numbered order below to write it correctly.
💡 Tip: Write the left component 幸-like radical first (top part), then the walking radical 辶 sweeping along the bottom-left and finishing with the rightward stroke.
Common Words Using 達 (Vocabulary List)
Here are 10 essential words that use the kanji 達, worth memorizing first.
Example Sentences with 達
See 達 used in real, natural Japanese sentences with Kanji, Kana, Romaji and English meaning.
私達は明日、京都に行きます。
わたしたちは あした、きょうとに いきます。
Watashitachi wa ashita, Kyouto ni ikimasu.
We are going to Kyoto tomorrow.
子供達は公園で遊んでいます。
こどもたちは こうえんで あそんでいます。
Kodomotachi wa kouen de asonde imasu.
The children are playing in the park.
彼の日本語はとても上達しました。
かれの にほんごは とても じょうたつしました。
Kare no nihongo wa totemo joutatsu shimashita.
His Japanese has improved a lot.
目標を達成しました。
もくひょうを たっせいしました。
Mokuhyou o tassei shimashita.
I achieved my goal.
子供の発達は個人差があります。
こどもの はったつは こじんさが あります。
Kodomo no hattatsu wa kojinsa ga arimasu.
Children's development varies from person to person.
Frequently Asked Questions About 達
What does the Kanji 達 mean?
達 is most commonly used as a pluralizing suffix attached to nouns and pronouns referring to people, as in 友達 (tomodachi, friend/friends) and 私達 (watashitachi, we/us). It also independently means "to reach" or "to attain," as in 発達 (hattatsu, development).
What is the Onyomi reading of 達?
The Onyomi (Chinese-derived) reading of 達 is タツ (tatsu), as in 発達 (hattatsu, development) and 達成 (tassei, achievement). In the common plural suffix 達, it is read だち (dachi) in compounds like 友達 (tomodachi) and たち (tachi) in 私達 (watashitachi).
Does 達 have a Kunyomi reading?
達 does not have a widely used standalone Kunyomi reading; its everyday use as a plural marker (read だち/たち) is technically a special reading tied to that grammatical function, distinct from its Onyomi タツ used in words like 発達 (hattatsu, development).
How many strokes does 達 have?
達 is written with 12 strokes.
Is 達 a JLPT N5 kanji?
Yes, 達 is essential vocabulary at the N5 level because it forms 友達 (tomodachi, friend), one of the most frequently used words for beginners, even though as a standalone kanji it is more commonly associated with Grade 4 in the Japanese school curriculum.
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