Onyomi 音読み

Kunyomi 訓読み

Explanation

Beast, animal

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Kanji Story

Envision a fierce beast with sharp teeth. Its eyes are glowing with an intense gaze, displaying its wild nature. This kanji represents the strength and primal instincts of untamed animals.

Frequency in JLPT exams

The kanji '獣' is a higher-level character that may appear in the JLPT N1 exam. It is less common compared to lower-level kanji and may be tested in reading comprehension or vocabulary-related questions.

Example Sentences

• 森にはさまざまな獣が住んでいます。

  Various animals live in the forest.

  もりにはさまざまなけものがすんでいます。

  mori ni wa samazamana kemono ga sundeimasu.

  Pronunciation

• 猟師は獣の足跡を追いかけました。

  The hunter followed the animal's footprints.

  りょうしはけもののあしあとをおいかけました。

  ryoushi wa kemono no ashiato o oikakemashita.

  Pronunciation

• 彼は獣のような力を持っている。

  He has the strength of a beast.

  かれはけもののようなちからをもっている。

  kare wa kemono no youna chikara o motteiru.

  Pronunciation

Notes and Tips for JLPT students

• The kanji '獣' is a higher-level kanji commonly tested in the JLPT N1 exam.
• Pay attention to the pronunciation and meaning of the onyomi reading 'ジュウ' as it is often used in compound words relating to beasts or animals.
• Practice writing the kanji to familiarize yourself with its stroke order, enhancing your ability to recognize and interpret kanji during the JLPT exam.
• Be aware of subtle differences between '獣' and similar kanji like '犬' (いぬ, inu - dog) or '猫' (ねこ, neko - cat).

Usage in Japanese Names

• The kanji '獣' can be found in people's names, often representing strength or a strong-willed nature, like '獣心' (じゅうしん, juushin - beast heart).