Onyomi 音読み

Kunyomi 訓読み

Explanation

Base, stronghold

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Kanji Story

Imagine a base or stronghold shaped like a hand with its fingers extended. This kanji represents the idea of having a firm and secure base or position, like the fingers firmly planted on the ground.

Frequency in JLPT exams

The kanji '拠' is a higher-level character that may appear in JLPT materials, especially at the N1 level. Understanding its meanings and readings is crucial for comprehension and vocabulary sections of the exam.

Example Sentences

• 彼は会社の拠点を作りました。

  He created a company base.

  かれはかいしゃのきょてんをつくりました。

  Kare wa kaisha no kyoten o tsukurimashita.

  Pronunciation

• この拠点から全国に商品を発送します。

  We will ship products nationwide from this base.

  このきょてんからぜんこくにしょうひんをはっそうします。

  Kono kyoten kara zenkoku ni shouhin o hassou shimasu.

  Pronunciation

• 彼は固い拠り所を持っている。

  He has a strong support.

  かれはかたいよりどころをもっている。

  Kare wa katai yoridokoro o motte iru.

  Pronunciation

Notes and Tips for JLPT students

• The kanji '拠' is a high-level JLPT character that is frequently used in business and military contexts.
• Pay attention to the various kunyomi readings and their meanings, as they are commonly used to express the concept of 'base' or 'stronghold'.
• Understanding the stroke order is essential for writing this kanji accurately in the exam.
• Be familiar with common compound words using '拠' to expand your vocabulary in different domains.

Usage in Japanese Names

• The kanji '拠' is less commonly used in personal names but can be found in surnames like '拠点' (Kyoten) or '拠出' (Kyo-shutsu), representing the bearer's association with a base or contribution.