Onyomi 音読み

Kunyomi 訓読み

Explanation

To take, to obtain

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Kanji Story

Imagine a person extending their hand to take something. The curved line represents the act of grabbing or obtaining, while the horizontal and vertical lines symbolize the hand reaching out and the item being taken.

Frequency in JLPT exams

The kanji '取' is a common character encountered in JLPT materials, particularly at the N3 level. Its meaning and readings are frequently assessed in both kanji and reading comprehension sections of the exam.

Example Sentences

• 彼はお金を取ってくるように頼まれました。

  He was asked to go and get the money.

  かれはおかねをとってくるようにたのまれました。

  kare wa okane o totte kuru you ni tanomaremashita.

  Pronunciation

• この本を図書館で借りることができます。

  You can borrow this book from the library.

  このほんをとしょかんでかりることができます。

  kono hon o toshokan de kariru koto ga dekimasu.

  Pronunciation

• 彼は大切な資料を取り戻した。

  He retrieved the important documents.

  かれはたいせつなしりょうをとりもどした。

  kare wa taisetsu na shiryou o torimodoshita.

  Pronunciation

Notes and Tips for JLPT students

• The kanji '取' is commonly used in contexts related to taking or obtaining something, making it important for the JLPT exam.
• Pay attention to both the onyomi reading 'shu' and the kunyomi reading 'toru' as they have different nuances and usage.
• Practice writing the kanji to familiarize yourself with its stroke order, which can also help in reading comprehension sections of the JLPT.
• Look out for compound words using '取' as they can have various meanings based on the combination.

Usage in Japanese Names

• Names like '取手' (Toride) or '取巻' (Tora) use the kanji '取'. It can symbolize someone who takes charge or has a strong presence.