Onyomi 音読み

Kunyomi 訓読み

Explanation

Crowded, included

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Kanji Story

Imagine a busy street where people are crowded together, symbolizing a place with a lot of activity and commotion.

Frequency in JLPT exams

The kanji '込' is a moderately common character encountered in JLPT materials, particularly at the N3 level. Understanding its meanings and readings is beneficial for both kanji recognition and vocabulary comprehension on the exam.

Example Sentences

• 会議室は人で込んでいた。

  The conference room was crowded with people.

  かいぎしつはひとでこんでいた。

  kaigishitsu wa hito de kondeita.

  Pronunciation

• 子供たちは遊びに込む。

  The children are immersed in playing.

  こどもたちはあそびにこむ。

  kodomotachi wa asobi ni komu.

  Pronunciation

• 料理に具材を込める。

  To include ingredients in a dish.

  りょうりにぐざいをこめる。

  ryouri ni guzai o komeru.

  Pronunciation

Notes and Tips for JLPT students

• The kanji '込' is commonly used in words related to crowded places or situations.
• It can also be used to indicate inclusion, as in '込める' (komeru) - to include or put in.
• Understanding the stroke order is important for writing the kanji accurately and efficiently.
• Pay attention to the different readings of '込' and their respective contexts.

Usage in Japanese Names

• The kanji '込' is not commonly used in personal names.