Onyomi 音読み

Kunyomi 訓読み

Explanation

Rub, scrub, friction

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Kanji Story

Imagine a person rubbing their hands together vigorously to create friction. The intense rubbing motion represents the meaning of '擦' - to rub or scrub.

Frequency in JLPT exams

The kanji '擦' is a higher-level character that may appear in the reading and kanji comprehension sections of the JLPT N1 exam.

Example Sentences

• 彼は石鹸で体を擦りました。

  He rubbed his body with soap.

  かれはせっけんでからだをこすりました。

  kare wa sekken de karada o kosurimashita.

  Pronunciation

• この洗剤は頑固な汚れを擦り取ります。

  This detergent removes stubborn stains by scrubbing.

  このせんざいはがんこなよごれをこすりとります。

  kono senzai wa ganko na yogore o kosuritorimasu.

  Pronunciation

• 彼は頭を擦りながら考えていました。

  He was thinking while scratching his head.

  かれはあたまをこすりながらかんがえていました。

  kare wa atama o kosurinagara kangaeteimashita.

  Pronunciation

Notes and Tips for JLPT students

• The kanji '擦' is a complex character often used to convey the meaning of rubbing or friction.
• Pay attention to both the onyomi and kunyomi readings and their respective contexts.
• Practicing writing the kanji will help reinforce its shape and stroke order.
• It can be beneficial to learn compound words that include '擦' to expand your vocabulary.

Usage in Japanese Names

• The kanji '擦' is not commonly used in personal names. However, it can be encountered in compound surnames or artistic pen names.