Onyomi 音読み

Kunyomi 訓読み

Explanation

Complete, finish, understand

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Kanji Story

Imagine a person standing at the top of a mountain, looking out at the landscape. This person has completed their journey and gained a deeper understanding of the world around them.

Frequency in JLPT exams

The kanji '了' is a fundamental character commonly found in JLPT materials, particularly at the N2 and N3 levels. Its meanings and readings make it a key component of both kanji and reading comprehension sections of the exam.

Example Sentences

• 彼は仕事を終了しました。

  He finished his work.

  かれはしごとをしゅうりょうしました。

  kare wa shigoto o shuuryou shimashita.

  Pronunciation

• 日本の文化を理解するのは難しいです。

  Understanding Japanese culture is difficult.

  にほんのぶんかをりかいするのはむずかしいです。

  nihon no bunka o rikai suru no wa muzukashii desu.

  Pronunciation

• この問題は解決しました。

  This problem has been resolved.

  このもんだいはかいけつしました。

  kono mondai wa kaiketsu shimashita.

  Pronunciation

Notes and Tips for JLPT students

• The kanji '了' is commonly used in various contexts, making it important to learn for the JLPT.
• Remember the pronunciation 'ryou' and the different ways it can be used, such as 'shuuryou' meaning 'to finish' and 'rikai' meaning 'to understand'.
• Practice writing the kanji to reinforce its stroke order and improve overall kanji comprehension.
• Pay attention to compound words using '了' as they may have nuanced meanings related to completion or understanding.

Usage in Japanese Names

• Names like '了子' (Ryouko) or '了平' (Ryouhei) use the kanji '了'. It can represent a sense of accomplishment or understanding.