JLPT N3 · States & qualities
有効
ゆうこう
valid; effective
Stroke order of 有効
2 characters, 14 strokes in total. Watch the animation, then try writing it yourself.
有 · 6 strokes効 · 8 strokes
Memory trick
A hand holding meat 有 plus 効 effect (交 crossing + 力 power) means valid and effective.
Parts: 有 have + 効 effect (交 + 力 power)
Example sentence
この切符は三日間有効です。
このきっぷはみっかかんゆうこうです。
This ticket is valid for three days.