Onyomi 音読み

Kunyomi 訓読み

Explanation

Light, easy, slight

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Kanji Story

Imagine a lightweight vehicle moving swiftly on wheels, representing the concept of something being light and easy. The wheels roll smoothly, indicating the ease and swiftness of movement.

Frequency in JLPT exams

The kanji '軽' is a mid-level character frequently encountered in JLPT materials, particularly in the N2 and N3 levels. Understanding its various readings and meanings is essential for both the kanji and reading comprehension sections of the exam.

Example Sentences

• このバッグはとても軽いです。

  This bag is very light.

  このバッグはとてもかるいです。

  kono baggu wa totemo karui desu.

  Pronunciation

• 彼は軽い冗談をよく言います。

  He often makes lighthearted jokes.

  かれはかるいじょうだんをよくいいます。

  kare wa karui joudan o yoku iimasu.

  Pronunciation

• 軽い音楽を聴くのが好きです。

  I like listening to light music.

  かるいおんがくをきくのがすきです。

  karui ongaku o kiku no ga suki desu.

  Pronunciation

Notes and Tips for JLPT students

• The kanji '軽' is important to know for the JLPT as it appears in various vocabulary and reading comprehension questions.
• Understand the nuances of '軽' as it can mean 'light', 'easy', or 'slight' depending on the context.
• Practice writing the kanji to familiarize yourself with its stroke order and improve your recognition during the exam.
• Pay attention to compound words with '軽' to expand your vocabulary and understanding of its usage.

Usage in Japanese Names

• The kanji '軽' is sometimes used in names to describe characteristics like being carefree or free-spirited.