Onyomi 音読み

Kunyomi 訓読み

Explanation

To take (a photo), to film

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Kanji Story

Imagine a person holding a camera, ready to capture a moment by taking a photo or filming. The camera symbolizes the kanji '撮', representing its meaning to capture images or footage.

Frequency in JLPT exams

The kanji '撮' is a higher-level character that may appear in advanced JLPT exams such as N1. It is not as commonly encountered as lower level kanji, but understanding its readings and meaning is beneficial for advanced Japanese language proficiency.

Example Sentences

• 彼は写真を撮りました。

  He took a photo.

  かれはしゃしんをとりました。

  kare wa shashin o torimashita.

  Pronunciation

• 映画を撮るためにカメラマンを雇いました。

  We hired a cameraman to film the movie.

  えいがをとるためにかめらまんをやといました。

  eiga o toru tame ni kameraman o yatoimashita.

  Pronunciation

• 彼女は手を撮っている。

  She is taking a handprint.

  かのじょはてをとっている。

  kanojo wa te o totte iru.

  Pronunciation

Notes and Tips for JLPT students

• The kanji '撮' is a higher-level character that may appear in advanced JLPT exams such as N1.
• Pay attention to its readings and meanings to understand its usage in different contexts.
• Practice writing the kanji to memorize its stroke order, which can aid in reading comprehension sections of the JLPT.
• Be familiar with vocabulary and phrases that incorporate '撮', particularly related to photography and filming.

Usage in Japanese Names

• Names like '撮太郎' (Sattarou) or '撮子' (Rikako) use the kanji '撮'. The kanji can symbolize the ability to capture and perceive moments like filming or photography.