Imagine a bird spreading its wings wide and taking flight in the vast sky. This represents the freedom and ability to soar high above.
Frequency in JLPT exams
While not as frequently seen as other kanji, '翔' may still appear occasionally in JLPT N1 materials. It is important to understand its readings and meanings for both kanji and reading comprehension sections.
Example Sentences
彼は自由に翔んでいる。
He is flying freely.
かれはじゆうにとんでいる。
kare wa jiyuu ni tonde iru.
翔が空を駆ける。
Shou runs through the sky.
しょうがそらをかける。
shou ga sora o kakeru.
彼は自由を求めて翔び立った。
He took flight in pursuit of freedom.
かれはじゆうをもとめてとびたった。
kare wa jiyuu o motomete tobitatta.
Notes and Tips for JLPT students
The kanji '翔' is not as commonly used or seen as some other kanji, but it is still important to understand and recognize it for the JLPT N1 level.
The onyomi reading 'ショウ' is the most commonly used reading for this kanji.
This kanji is often used in names or words related to flying, soaring, or freedom.
Be sure to practice writing the kanji to remember its stroke order, as it may come up in the kanji writing section of the JLPT.
Usage in Japanese Names
The kanji '翔' is often used in given names, symbolizing the ability to soar or achieve great heights.
Common names with '翔' include '翔太' (Shouta), '高翔' (Takasho), and '翔子' (Shouko).
