Onyomi 音読み

Kunyomi 訓読み

Explanation

To solve, to untie, to explain

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Kanji Story

Imagine a complicated puzzle that needs to be solved. Each piece fits together, slowly unraveling and explaining the solution.

Frequency in JLPT exams

The kanji '解' is a key component in JLPT N2 level materials, appearing frequently in both kanji and reading comprehension sections. Its versatile meanings and usage make it necessary to study for the exam.

Example Sentences

• 問題を解く

  To solve a problem

  もんだいをとく

  mondai o toku

  Pronunciation

• 謎を解明する

  To unravel a mystery

  なぞをかいめいする

  nazo o kaimei suru

  Pronunciation

• 説明を求める

  To seek an explanation

  せつめいをもとめる

  setsumei o motomeru

  Pronunciation

Notes and Tips for JLPT students

• The kanji '解' is frequently used in reading and listening comprehension sections of the JLPT N2 level.
• Remember the different readings and their meanings in different contexts.
• Practice writing the kanji to remember its stroke order, which can help in reading comprehension sections of the exam.

Usage in Japanese Names

• Names like '解子' (Kane-ko) or '解美' (Kai-mi) incorporate the kanji '解'. It can represent someone who is good at problem-solving or has a sharp intellect.