Onyomi 音読み

Kunyomi 訓読み

Explanation

Falcon

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Kanji Story

Imagine a falcon swiftly gliding through the sky, gracefully navigating the air currents. The elegant movements and keen senses of the falcon embody the essence of the kanji '隼'.

Frequency in JLPT exams

The kanji '隼' is a advanced character that appears occasionally in JLPT materials, primarily at the N1 level. It tests your ability to recognize and understand more complex kanji and their associated meanings.

Example Sentences

• 彼は隼のように素早く動く。

  He moves quickly like a falcon.

  かれははやぶさのようにすばやくうごく。

  kare wa hayabusa no you ni subayaku ugoku.

  Pronunciation

• 私は猛禽類の中で隼が一番好きだ。

  Among birds of prey, I like falcons the most.

  わたしはもうきんるいのなかではやぶさがいちばんすきだ。

  watashi wa moukinrui no naka de hayabusa ga ichiban suki da.

  Pronunciation

Notes and Tips for JLPT students

• The kanji '隼' is commonly used in Japanese names and has historical significance, making it important for the N1 level of JLPT.
• Pay attention to the correct stroke order while writing '隼' to maintain its shape and readability.
• Study the kanji in context to understand its meaning and usage in various situations.

Usage in Japanese Names

• The kanji '隼' is often used in names with the reading 'はやと' (Hayato), symbolizing strength, speed, and elegance.
• It can be commonly found in surnames such as '隼田' (Hayata) or '隼人' (Hayato), representing the ancestral connection to the falcon.