Onyomi 音読み

Kunyomi 訓読み

Explanation

Shore, bank

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Kanji Story

Imagine standing on a rocky shore, looking towards the calm river flowing by. The distinct shape of the bank helps you identify the different areas of water and land.

Frequency in JLPT exams

The kanji '岸' is encountered at the N2 level of the JLPT, especially in vocabulary related to coastal areas, riversides, and bodies of water.

Example Sentences

• 海岸に波が押し寄せている。

  The waves are crashing onto the shore.

  かいがんになみがおしよせている。

  kaigan ni nami ga oshiyosete iru.

  Pronunciation

• 私は川の岸で本を読んでいました。

  I was reading a book by the riverbank.

  わたしはかわのきしでほんをよんでいました。

  watashi wa kawa no kishi de hon o yonde imashita.

  Pronunciation

• 岸辺で友達と遊んでいる。

  I'm playing with my friend on the bank.

  きしべでともだちとあそんでいる。

  kishibe de tomodachi to asonde iru.

  Pronunciation

Notes and Tips for JLPT students

• The kanji '岸' is commonly used in vocabulary related to coastal areas and riversides.
• Remember the kunyomi reading 'きし' when encountering words with this kanji in everyday life.
• Understanding the stroke order will help with proper writing and recognition of the kanji in the JLPT exam.

Usage in Japanese Names

• The kanji '岸' is occasionally used in last names such as '岸田' (Kishida) or '浜岸' (Hamagishi), symbolizing a connection to coastal or riverside elements.