Onyomi 音読み

Kunyomi 訓読み

Explanation

Tongue

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Kanji Story

Imagine a tongue as a flexible and movable organ, like a boat sailing on a river. The vertical line represents the river, while the horizontal line resembles a sail catching the wind to navigate. The curved line within the vertical line symbolizes the tongue's flexibility and ability to change shape while speaking or tasting.

Frequency in JLPT exams

The kanji '舌' is included in the vocabulary and reading comprehension sections of the JLPT N2 exam. While it may not be as frequently encountered as some other kanji, it is important to understand its meaning and readings to ensure success in the exam.

Example Sentences

• 舌を出してください。

  Please stick out your tongue.

  したをだしてください。

  shita o dashite kudasai.

  Pronunciation

• 彼女は舌が長いです。

  She has a long tongue.

  かのじょはしたがながいです。

  kanojo wa shita ga nagai desu.

  Pronunciation

Notes and Tips for JLPT students

• Although '舌' is not as commonly used as some other kanji in daily life, it is important to learn due to its relevance to the human body and potential appearance in challenging N2-level vocabulary questions.
• Pay attention to the proper stroke order and balance between the vertical and horizontal lines in writing '舌'.

Usage in Japanese Names

• The kanji '舌' is not commonly used in personal names. However, it may occasionally appear in names related to taste or speech, indicating a person with a skill or interest in such fields.