Imagine tightly tying a rope around an object to secure it. This symbolizes the idea of fastening or tightening, represented by the kanji 締.
Frequency in JLPT exams
The kanji '締' has a moderate frequency in the JLPT N1 exam. It is essential to understand its various readings and meanings to perform well in the vocabulary and reading comprehension sections.
Example Sentences
靴の紐を締めてください。
Please tie the shoelaces.
くつのひもをしめてください。
kutsu no himo o shimete kudasai.
ネクタイを締めなさい。
Please tighten your tie.
ねくたいをしめなさい。
nekutai o shimenasai.
窓を締めておきましょう。
Let's close the window.
まどをしめておきましょう。
mado o shimete okimashou.
Notes and Tips for JLPT students
The kanji '締' is a higher-level kanji commonly tested in the JLPT N1 exam.
Pay attention to its onyomi reading 'テイ', which is frequently used in compound words related to fastening or tightening.
Knowing the kunyomi readings 'しまる' and 'しまり' is important for understanding the kanji's usage in verbs and adjectives.
Practice writing the kanji to reinforce its stroke order and structure.
Usage in Japanese Names
The kanji '締' can be found in some Japanese surnames, such as '締井' (Shimii) or '締木' (Shimiki). It adds a sense of firmness or strength to the name.
