Onyomi 音読み

Kunyomi 訓読み

Explanation

Word

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Kanji Story

Imagine a mouth (口) speaking words (言) in a rhythmic pattern, representing the formation of various expressions and meanings through language.

Frequency in JLPT exams

The kanji '詞' is a moderately common character that appears in the JLPT N2 exam. It is necessary to understand its meaning, readings, and usage in vocabulary and reading comprehension sections.

Example Sentences

• 彼は日本語の詞を勉強しています。

  He is studying Japanese vocabulary.

  かれはにほんごのことばをべんきょうしています。

  kare wa nihongo no kotoba o benkyou shiteimasu.

  Pronunciation

• この詞の意味を教えてください。

  Please tell me the meaning of this word.

  このことばのいみをおしえてください。

  kono kotoba no imi o oshiete kudasai.

  Pronunciation

• 詞を作るのが苦手です。

  I'm not good at creating words.

  ことばをつくるのがにがてです。

  kotoba o tsukuru no ga nigate desu.

  Pronunciation

Notes and Tips for JLPT students

• The kanji '詞' is commonly tested in the JLPT N2 exam.
• The onyomi reading 'シ' is commonly used in compound words related to language and words.
• The kunyomi reading 'ことば' specifically refers to the concept of 'word'.
• Pay attention to the stroke order when writing this kanji as it can affect its overall appearance and readability.

Usage in Japanese Names

• The kanji '詞' is not commonly used in personal or family names.