Onyomi 音読み

Kunyomi 訓読み

Explanation

Apricot

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Kanji Story

Imagine holding a fresh apricot in your hand. Feel the contours of the fruit and savor its sweet aroma. The kanji '杏' resembles the shape of an apricot, symbolizing its presence and beauty.

Frequency in JLPT exams

The kanji '杏' is not as frequently encountered in JLPT materials compared to other N1 level kanji. However, it may still appear in kanji comprehension questions or in vocabulary related to fruits and flavors.

Example Sentences

• 彼女は杏の木の下で本を読んでいた。

  She was reading a book under the apricot tree.

  かのじょはあんずのきのしたでほんをよんでいた。

  Kanojo wa anzu no ki no shita de hon o yonde ita.

  Pronunciation

• このケーキには杏の風味があります。

  This cake has the flavor of apricot.

  このケーキにはあんずのふうみがあります。

  Kono keeki ni wa anzu no fuumi ga arimasu.

  Pronunciation

• 彼らは杏の収穫を始めました。

  They started harvesting apricots.

  かれらはあんずのしゅうかくをはじめました。

  Karera wa anzu no shuukaku o hajimemashita.

  Pronunciation

Notes and Tips for JLPT students

• The kanji '杏' is less common compared to other JLPT kanji, but it is still worth knowing for the N1 level.
• Pay attention to the stroke order and radicals used in this kanji to aid in remembering its shape and meaning.
• Be familiar with the kunyomi reading 'あんず' as it is the most commonly used reading for this kanji.

Usage in Japanese Names

• The kanji '杏' is occasionally used in given names, often representing the beauty and delicacy of the apricot fruit.