Onyomi 音読み

Kunyomi 訓読み

Explanation

Cut, slice, turn off

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Kanji Story

Imagine holding a sharp sword ('刀') and using it to make a precise cut ('切') into an object. The sword's blade slices through effortlessly, representing the clean and efficient action of cutting.

Frequency in JLPT exams

The kanji '切' is commonly tested at the N4 level of the JLPT. It appears in both vocabulary and reading comprehension sections of the exam.

Example Sentences

• 紙を切ってください。

  Please cut the paper.

  かみをきってください。

  kami o kitte kudasai.

  Pronunciation

• 電気を切ってください。

  Please turn off the lights.

  でんきをきってください。

  denki o kitte kudasai.

  Pronunciation

• トマトを切る。

  To cut a tomato.

  とまとをきる。

  tomato o kiru.

  Pronunciation

Notes and Tips for JLPT students

• The kanji '切' is commonly used in everyday conversation and written materials, making it important to study for the JLPT.
• Remember the various readings of '切' and their meanings, as they are used in different contexts.
• Practice writing the kanji to grasp its stroke order and improve reading comprehension skills.

Usage in Japanese Names

• The kanji '切' can be found in some Japanese surnames such as '切谷' (Kiriya) or '切木' (Kirimaki). It can also be used as a given name, symbolizing precision or determination.