Onyomi 音読み

Kunyomi 訓読み

Explanation

Illusion, fantasy

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Kanji Story

Imagine a magical creature appearing and disappearing in a flash, leaving behind a sense of wonder. This creates a dreamlike atmosphere, embodying the essence of the kanji '幻' - illusion and fantasy.

Frequency in JLPT exams

The kanji '幻' is a high-level character that may appear in the JLPT N1 exam. Familiarize yourself with its readings, meanings, and usage in order to enhance your understanding of advanced Japanese texts.

Example Sentences

• 彼女は幻のように美しい。

  She is as beautiful as an illusion.

  かのじょはまぼろしのようにうつくしい。

  kanojo wa maboroshi no youni utsukushii.

  Pronunciation

• 彼は自分が幻覚を見ていると気づいた。

  He realized that he was having hallucinations.

  かれはじぶんがげんかくをみているときづいた。

  kare wa jibun ga genkaku o miteiru to kizuita.

  Pronunciation

• その映画は幻想的な世界を描いている。

  The movie depicts a fantastical world.

  そのえいがはげんそうてきなせかいをえがいている。

  sono eiga wa gensouteki na sekai o egaiteiru.

  Pronunciation

Notes and Tips for JLPT students

• The kanji '幻' is a high-level kanji frequently used in advanced Japanese writing and literature, making it important for the JLPT N1 level.
• The kunyomi reading 'まぼろし' specifically refers to an illusion or a fantasy.
• Pay attention to the stroke order of '幻' to improve your handwriting and understanding of the character during the JLPT.
• Explore the usage of '幻' in different contexts to understand its depth and versatility.

Usage in Japanese Names

• The kanji '幻' is not commonly used in names and is usually seen in contexts related to art, literature, or supernatural themes.