Onyomi 音読み

Kunyomi 訓読み

Explanation

Tie, fasten, close

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Kanji Story

Imagine a tight knot being formed by tightly winding a thread around an object. This represents the act of fastening or closing something securely with '締'.

Frequency in JLPT exams

The kanji '締' frequently appears in JLPT materials, particularly at the N2 level. Understanding its readings and meanings is important for kanji and reading comprehension sections of the exam.

Example Sentences

• ネクタイを締めてください。

  Please tighten your necktie.

  ねくたいをしめてください。

  nekutai o shimete kudasai.

  Pronunciation

• ドアを締めておいてください。

  Please close the door.

  どあをしめておいてください。

  doa o shimete oite kudasai.

  Pronunciation

• 彼は締め切った合意を提案しました。

  He proposed a finalized agreement.

  かれはしめきったごういをていあんしました。

  kare wa shimekitta goi o teian shimashita.

  Pronunciation

Notes and Tips for JLPT students

• The kanji '締' is commonly used in everyday life, especially in the context of tying or fastening objects.
• Remember the different readings and meanings of '締', as it can be used in various situations and expressions.
• Practice writing the kanji to familiarize yourself with its stroke order, which may assist in answering kanji and reading comprehension questions on the JLPT.
• Pay attention to compound words using '締' and their meanings, as they often involve tying or closing something.

Usage in Japanese Names

• Names like '締実' (Shimijitsu) or '締香' (Shimika) use the kanji '締'. It adds a sophisticated and elegant touch to personal names.