Onyomi 音読み

Kunyomi 訓読み

Explanation

Gentle, soft, flexible

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Kanji Story

Imagine a tree with branches bending gently in the wind, symbolizing flexibility and softness.

Frequency in JLPT exams

The kanji '柔' is included in the JLPT N2 level, which requires a higher level of kanji knowledge. Understanding its meanings and readings can help with vocabulary recognition and reading comprehension in the exam.

Example Sentences

• 彼女は柔らかな性格です。

  She has a gentle personality.

  かのじょはやわらかなせいかくです。

  kanojo wa yawaraka na seikaku desu.

  Pronunciation

• 柔道は身体の柔軟性を鍛えるスポーツです。

  Judo is a sport that trains the flexibility of the body.

  じゅうどうはからだのじゅうなんせいをきたえるすぽーつです。

  juudou wa karada no juunansei o kitaeru supootsu desu.

  Pronunciation

• 柔らかい枕で寝ると疲れがとれます。

  Sleeping on a soft pillow can relieve fatigue.

  やわらかいまくらでねるとつかれがとれます。

  yawarakai makura de neru to tsukare ga toremasu.

  Pronunciation

Notes and Tips for JLPT students

• The kanji '柔' is a key character to learn for the JLPT N2 level.
• Remember the onyomi reading 'ジュウ' as it is commonly used in compound words related to flexibility and softness.
• Pay attention to the stroke order while writing '柔' to ensure correct form and facilitate reading comprehension in the exam.
• Explore different vocabulary words using '柔' to deepen your understanding of its meanings and usages.

Usage in Japanese Names

• The kanji '柔' is occasionally used in given names, symbolizing gentle or soft qualities.