Onyomi 音読み

Kunyomi 訓読み

Explanation

Ocean, Western style

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Kanji Story

Imagine a river flowing towards the ocean, symbolizing the vastness and expansiveness of the Western world.

Frequency in JLPT exams

The kanji '洋' is frequently encountered in JLPT materials, particularly at the N4 level. Knowing its meaning and reading is useful for comprehending vocabulary and contextual usage in the exam.

Example Sentences

• 洋服はヨーロッパのスタイルです。

  Western clothing is in the European style.

  ようふくはヨーロッパのスタイルです。

  youfuku wa yooroppa no sutairu desu.

  Pronunciation

• このホテルは洋風のインテリアが特徴です。

  This hotel is known for its Western-style interior.

  このホテルはようふうのインテリアがとくちょうです。

  kono hoteru wa youfuu no interia ga tokuchou desu.

  Pronunciation

• 私は洋楽が好きです。

  I like Western music.

  わたしはようがくがすきです。

  watashi wa yougaku ga suki desu.

  Pronunciation

Notes and Tips for JLPT students

• The kanji '洋' is commonly used in words related to the ocean or Western culture, making it important for the JLPT.
• Remember the onyomi reading 'ヨウ' and its association with Western style and culture.
• Pay attention to compounds and expressions using '洋', as they often indicate something of a Western or international nature.

Usage in Japanese Names

• Names like '洋子' (Yoko) or '洋介' (Yosuke) use the kanji '洋'. It's a popular kanji in given names, often symbolizing a connection to the ocean or Western influence.