Onyomi 音読み

Kunyomi 訓読み

Explanation

To prick, stab, puncture

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Kanji Story

Imagine a sharp dagger being forcefully thrust into something, leaving a deep puncture. This action represents the meaning of the kanji '刺' - to prick or stab.

Frequency in JLPT exams

The kanji '刺' is listed in the N2 level of the JLPT. It is essential to learn and understand this kanji to succeed in the kanji and reading comprehension sections of the exam.

Example Sentences

• 彼はナイフで私を刺しました。

  He stabbed me with a knife.

  かれはナイフでわたしをさしました。

  kare wa naifu de watashi o sashimashita.

  Pronunciation

• トゲが指に刺さって痛いです。

  It hurts when a thorn gets stuck in your finger.

  とげがゆびにささっていたいです。

  toge ga yubi ni sasatte itai desu.

  Pronunciation

• 彼は刺激的な映画が好きです。

  He likes stimulating movies.

  かれはしげきてきなえいががすきです。

  kare wa shigekiteki na eiga ga suki desu.

  Pronunciation

Notes and Tips for JLPT students

• The kanji '刺' is commonly used in words related to stabbing, puncturing, and pricking.
• It is important to pay attention to the different readings and meanings of '刺', as it can have nuanced variations in different contexts.
• Understanding the stroke order of '刺' can help in writing and recognizing the kanji correctly during the JLPT exam.
• Be familiar with compound words that include '刺' to expand vocabulary and improve reading comprehension.

Usage in Japanese Names

• The kanji '刺' is uncommonly used in personal names. However, it can be found in some surnames such as '刺巴' (Saza) or '刺部' (Sasabe).