Onyomi 音読み

Kunyomi 訓読み

Explanation

Oppose, anti-

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Kanji Story

Imagine a person holding up a protest sign with the character '反' written on it. This represents their opposition or resistance against something they disagree with.

Frequency in JLPT exams

The kanji '反' is a moderately common character that appears in JLPT exams, particularly at the N3 level. Make sure to understand its readings and meanings in different contexts to effectively answer questions related to this kanji.

Example Sentences

• 私は彼の考えに反対します。

  I oppose his idea.

  わたしはかれのかんがえにはんたいします。

  watashi wa kare no kangae ni hantai shimasu.

  Pronunciation

• 反省することはたくさんあります。

  There are many things to reflect on.

  はんせいすることはたくさんあります。

  hansei suru koto wa takusan arimasu.

  Pronunciation

• 彼の態度には反感を抱いた。

  I felt antipathy towards his attitude.

  かれのたいどにははんかんをいだいた。

  kare no taido ni wa hankan o idaita.

  Pronunciation

Notes and Tips for JLPT students

• '反' is a commonly used kanji and frequently appears in JLPT exams, especially at the N3 level.
• Pay attention to the different readings and meanings of '反', as they can vary depending on the context.
• Knowing the stroke order of '反' can be helpful in recognizing the kanji and writing it correctly.

Usage in Japanese Names

• Names like '反田' (Sorada) or '反川' (Hanakawa) use the kanji '反'. It can symbolize opposition or going against the flow.