Onyomi 音読み

Kunyomi 訓読み

Explanation

Dash, rush, flee

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Kanji Story

Imagine a person dashing forward with a racing heart. The strokes of the kanji '奔' represent the intense movement and urgency associated with running or rushing.

Frequency in JLPT exams

While '奔' is not as commonly encountered as some other kanji at the N1 level, it is still important to have a good understanding of its meanings and readings for the exam. It may appear in vocabulary questions or as part of longer reading passages.

Example Sentences

• 彼は道を奔走している。

  He is dashing along the road.

  かれはみちをほんそうしている。

  kare wa michi o honsou shite iru.

  Pronunciation

• 彼は危険を避けるために奔走した。

  He rushed around in order to avoid danger.

  かれはきけんをさけるためにほんそうした。

  kare wa kiken o sakeru tame ni honsou shita.

  Pronunciation

• 盗人が警察から奔走していた。

  The thief was on the run from the police.

  ぬすっとがけいさつからほんそうしていた。

  nusutto ga keisatsu kara honsou shite ita.

  Pronunciation

Notes and Tips for JLPT students

• '奔' is an important kanji to know for the N1 level as it appears in various vocabulary and reading comprehension questions.
• Pay attention to the kunyomi reading 'はしる' as it represents the act of dashing or rushing.
• Practice writing this kanji to familiarize yourself with its stroke order, which may aid in recognition during the exam.
• Be aware of compound words using '奔' as they often relate to movement or actions done in a hurry.

Usage in Japanese Names

• The kanji '奔' is rarely used in personal names, but it may be seen in certain surnames or given names symbolizing speed, determination, or a sense of urgency.