Onyomi 音読み

Kunyomi 訓読み

Explanation

Sewing, stitching

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Kanji Story

Imagine a thread weaving through fabric, stitching it together. This represents the act of sewing, symbolizing the meaning of the kanji '縫'.

Frequency in JLPT exams

The kanji '縫' is included in the N1 level of the JLPT, which indicates its high level of importance. It may appear in kanji and reading comprehension sections of the exam.

Example Sentences

• ボタンを縫い直す。

  I will sew the button back on.

  ぼたんをぬいなおす。

  botan o nui naosu.

  Pronunciation

• この服の縫い目がちぎれた。

  The stitches on this shirt came undone.

  このふくのぬいめがちぎれた。

  kono fuku no nuime ga chigireta.

  Pronunciation

• 母は上手に縫い物をする。

  My mother is good at sewing.

  はははじょうずにぬいものをする。

  haha wa jouzu ni nuimono o suru.

  Pronunciation

Notes and Tips for JLPT students

• The kanji '縫' is part of the N1 JLPT level, so it is important to be familiar with its readings and meanings.
• Pay attention to the context in which '縫' is used, as it typically relates to sewing or stitching.
• Practicing writing the kanji will aid in recognizing it during the JLPT exam.
• Be aware of compound words containing '縫', as they can convey different nuances based on the combination.

Usage in Japanese Names

• The kanji '縫' is not commonly used in personal names.