Onyomi 音読み

Kunyomi 訓読み

Explanation

Heat, fever

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Kanji Story

Imagine a person standing near a blazing fire, feeling the intense heat radiating from it. This heat represents the kanji '熱', symbolizing the concept of heat and fever.

Frequency in JLPT exams

The kanji '熱' is included in the vocabulary and reading sections of the JLPT, particularly at the N3 level. Understanding its readings and meanings is crucial for success in these sections.

Example Sentences

• 彼は高熱を出しています。

  He has a high fever.

  かれはこうねつをだしています。

  kare wa kōnetsu o dashiteimasu.

  Pronunciation

• このお風呂は熱くて入れません。

  This bath is too hot to get into.

  このおふろはあつくていれません。

  kono ofuro wa atsukute iremasen.

  Pronunciation

• 夏は熱帯地域で過ごします。

  I spend my summers in tropical areas.

  なつは ねったいちいき で すごします。

  Natsu wa nettai chiiki de sugoshimasu.

  Pronunciation

Notes and Tips for JLPT students

• Understanding the different readings and meanings of '熱' is important as it appears in various contexts related to heat and fever.
• Practice the stroke order of '熱' to ensure accurate handwriting during the JLPT.
• Pay attention to compound words using '熱' as they can have different interpretations based on the combination.

Usage in Japanese Names

• The kanji '熱' can be found in given names. Its presence in a name can convey traits associated with warmth, passion, or fervor.