Onyomi 音読み

Kunyomi 訓読み

Explanation

Bundle, bunch, to tie

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Kanji Story

Imagine a bundle of sticks tied together tightly with a rope. This bundle represents the meaning of '束', symbolizing the act of bundling or tying things together.

Frequency in JLPT exams

The kanji '束' is a moderately frequent character appearing in JLPT materials, particularly at the N3 and higher levels. Its usage is often extended to related vocabulary and expressions, making it important for the comprehension of reading passages and the acquisition of vocabulary knowledge.

Example Sentences

• 花束を彼女にプレゼントしました。

  I gave her a bouquet of flowers as a present.

  はなたばをかのじょにぷれぜんとしました。

  hanataba o kanojo ni purezento shimashita.

  Pronunciation

• 彼は私の手を束ねて離さなかった。

  He held my hand tightly and didn't let go.

  かれはわたしのてをたばねてはなさなかった。

  kare wa watashi no te o tabanete hanasanakatta.

  Pronunciation

• 紙の束が倒れてしまいました。

  The stack of papers fell over.

  かみのたばがたおれてしまいました。

  kami no taba ga taorete shimaimashita.

  Pronunciation

Notes and Tips for JLPT students

• The kanji '束' is important to learn for the N3 JLPT level as it commonly appears in vocabulary related to bundling or tying objects together.
• Understanding the different readings and their contexts will help in reading comprehension and vocabulary sections of the JLPT.
• Practicing writing the kanji will aid in remembering its stroke order and improving overall kanji recognition.

Usage in Japanese Names

• The kanji '束' is not commonly used in personal names, but it can be occasionally seen in surnames related to professions or crafts involving tying or bundling, for example, '束原' (Tabahara), which could mean 'bundle field'.