Onyomi 音読み

Kunyomi 訓読み

Explanation

Accustomed, used to

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Imagine a person becoming accustomed to a new environment. At first, it feels unfamiliar and challenging, but little by little, they adapt and become more comfortable, symbolizing the process of getting used to something.

Frequency in JLPT exams

The kanji '慣' is a common character included in JLPT materials at the N2 level. It is often tested in both kanji and reading comprehension sections of the exam, so it is important to understand its readings and meanings.

Example Sentences

• 彼は英語に慣れている。

  He is used to speaking English.

  かれはえいごになれている。

  kare wa eigo ni narete iru.

  Pronunciation

• 私は毎朝散歩することに慣れている。

  I am accustomed to taking a walk every morning.

  わたしはまいあささんぽすることになれている。

  watashi wa maiasa sanpo suru koto ni narete iru.

  Pronunciation

• 彼は新しい環境に慣らすのが得意です。

  He is good at getting accustomed to a new environment.

  かれはあたらしいかんきょうにならすのがとくいです。

  kare wa atarashii kankyou ni narasu no ga tokui desu.

  Pronunciation

Notes and Tips for JLPT students

• The kanji '慣' is a kanji commonly used in daily life and appears frequently in JLPT materials at the N2 level.
• Remember the onyomi reading 'カン' and its meaning 'accustomed'. It is often used in compound words related to habits and customs.
• Practice writing the kanji to remember its stroke order, which can help in reading comprehension sections of the JLPT.
• Pay attention to the different meanings and nuances of compound words that include the kanji '慣'.

Usage in Japanese Names

• The kanji '慣' is not commonly used in personal names. However, it can be found in compound words related to habits and customs, and may appear in certain surnames.