Onyomi 音読み

Kunyomi 訓読み

Explanation

Multitude, mass, people

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Kanji Story

Imagine a group of people standing together in a crowd. The '衆' kanji represents this multitude, symbolizing the mass of individuals united as one.

Frequency in JLPT exams

The kanji '衆' is categorized as an N2 level character in the JLPT. It is likely to appear in the kanji and reading comprehension sections of the exam, as well as in vocabulary questions.

Example Sentences

• 国民の意見を聞くために、衆議院で討論が行われました。

  A debate was held in the House of Representatives to hear the opinions of the citizens.

  こくみんのいけんをきくために、しゅうぎいんでとうろんがおこなわれました。

  kokumin no iken o kiku tame ni, shuugiin de touron ga okonawaremashita.

  Pronunciation

• 大衆は政府の対応に不満を抱いています。

  The general public is dissatisfied with the government's response.

  たいしゅうはせいふのたいおうにふまんをいだいています。

  taishuu wa seifu no taiou ni fuman o idaiteimasu.

  Pronunciation

• 衆目の的となることを避けるため彼は姿を消した。

  He disappeared to avoid becoming the target of public attention.

  しゅうもくのまととなることをさけるためかれはすがたをけしてた。

  shuumoku no mato to naru koto o sakeru tame kare wa sugata o keshita.

  Pronunciation

Notes and Tips for JLPT students

• '衆' is considered a kanji that falls within the N2 level of the JLPT.
• Pay attention to its onyomi reading 'シュウ' and its meaning related to 'multitude' or 'people'.
• Understanding the nuances and usage of '衆' in different contexts is essential for the reading comprehension section of the N2 exam.
• Familiarize yourself with compound words and phrases that include '衆' to expand your vocabulary and comprehension abilities.

Usage in Japanese Names

• '衆' is not commonly used in personal names, but it can be occasionally seen in surnames or given names related to groups, organizations, or mass movements.