Onyomi 音読み

Kunyomi 訓読み

Explanation

To kill, murder

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Kanji Story

Imagine a sharp sword piercing through a person's heart, representing the act of murder and taking a life.

Frequency in JLPT exams

The kanji '殺' is frequently tested in JLPT materials, particularly at the N3 level. It is important to understand its meaning, readings, and related vocabulary for the kanji and reading comprehension sections of the exam.

Example Sentences

• 彼は人を殺した。

  He killed someone.

  かれはひとをころした。

  kare wa hito o koroshita.

  Pronunciation

• 犯人は殺人事件で逮捕されました。

  The culprit was arrested for murder.

  はんにんはさつじんじけんでたいほされました。

  hannin wa satsujinjiken de taiho saremashita.

  Pronunciation

• 命を奪うことは許されない。

  Taking a life is unforgivable.

  いのちをうばうことはゆるされない。

  inochi o ubau koto wa yurusarenai.

  Pronunciation

Notes and Tips for JLPT students

• The kanji '殺' is a common character encountered in various contexts, including crime-related vocabulary and expressions.
• Pay attention to the proper usage of '殺' in different situations and understand its gravity as it represents the act of taking a life.
• Practicing writing the kanji will help reinforce its stroke order and recognition in exam scenarios.

Usage in Japanese Names

• The kanji '殺' does not commonly appear in names due to its negative and violent connotations.