Onyomi 音読み

Kunyomi 訓読み

Explanation

Disaster, calamity

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Imagine a fire raging and causing destruction. People are in distress, symbolizing the impact of a disaster or calamity.

Frequency in JLPT exams

The kanji '災' appears in the N1 level of the JLPT. It may be tested in various sections, including vocabulary, kanji, and reading comprehension. Understanding its readings and meanings in context is important for navigating these sections successfully.

Example Sentences

• 地震は大きな災害です。

  An earthquake is a major disaster.

  じしんはおおきなさいがいです。

  jishin wa ookina saigai desu.

  Pronunciation

• 彼の家は台風の災害にあった。

  His house was hit by a typhoon disaster.

  かれのいえはたいふうのさいがいにあった。

  kare no ie wa taifuu no saigai ni atta.

  Pronunciation

• 災害に備えて、応急処置を学んでおいた方がいい。

  It's better to learn first aid in preparation for disasters.

  さいがいにそなえて、おうきゅうしょちをまなんでおいたほうがいい。

  saigai ni sonaete, oukyuushochi o manande oita hou ga ii.

  Pronunciation

Notes and Tips for JLPT students

• The kanji '災' is part of the advanced N1 level of the JLPT and may appear in reading comprehension, vocabulary, and kanji sections.
• Review the kunyomi readings 'わざわい' and 'わざわ.い' as they specifically denote the meaning 'calamity' or 'disaster'.
• It's important to understand the context in which this kanji is used, as it often refers to natural disasters or unfortunate events.
• Learn related words and compounds that use the kanji '災' to grasp its usage and meanings better.

Usage in Japanese Names

• The kanji '災' can be found in some Japanese surnames, where it may represent resilience or overcoming adversity.