Onyomi 音読み

Kunyomi 訓読み

Explanation

Gift; present; bestow

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Kanji Story

Imagine someone presenting a beautifully wrapped gift to another person as an expression of gratitude, celebration, or friendship. The act of giving a gift represents the meaning of the kanji '贈'.

Frequency in JLPT exams

The kanji '贈' is a level N2 kanji that may appear in the JLPT exam. Understanding its meaning, reading, and usage in compound words is key to success in both the kanji and reading comprehension sections of the test.

Example Sentences

• 彼は私にプレゼントを贈りました。

  He gave me a present.

  かれはわたしにプレゼントをおくりました。

  kare wa watashi ni purezento o okurimashita.

  Pronunciation

• 彼女に花束を贈りました。

  I sent her a bouquet of flowers.

  かのじょにはなたばをおくりました。

  kanojo ni hanataba o okurimashita.

  Pronunciation

• お礼の手紙を贈ります。

  I will send a thank you letter.

  おれいのてがみをおくります。

  orei no tegami o okurimasu.

  Pronunciation

Notes and Tips for JLPT students

• Pay attention to the reading 'おく.る' as it means 'to send' or 'to present' in the context of giving a gift.
• Remember that '贈' is used to indicate giving or bestowing something as a gift or present.
• Practicing writing the kanji will help you remember its stroke order, which is important for the reading and writing sections of the JLPT.
• Be familiar with compound words and phrases that include '贈' to expand your vocabulary.

Usage in Japanese Names

• Surnames like '贈本田' (Okimoto) or '贈山田' (Okuyamada) use the kanji '贈'. It can symbolize giving, generosity, or the importance of gift-giving.