Onyomi 音読み

Kunyomi 訓読み

Explanation

illness, disease

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Kanji Story

Imagine a person lying in bed, depicting an image of someone suffering from a disease or illness.

Frequency in JLPT exams

The kanji '病' frequently appears in JLPT materials, especially at the N4 level. It is important to understand its meaning and readings in order to comprehend texts related to health, diseases, and medical conditions.

Example Sentences

• 彼は重い病気にかかっています。

  He is suffering from a serious illness.

  かれはおもいびょうきにかかっています。

  kare wa omoi byouki ni kakatteimasu.

  Pronunciation

• 休みを取るべきです。体に病気がありますから。

  You should take a break. You have a health condition.

  やすみをとるべきです。からだにびょうきがありますから。

  yasumi o torubeki desu. karada ni byouki ga arimasu kara.

  Pronunciation

• 彼女は病院で働いています。

  She works at the hospital.

  かのじょはびょういんではたらいています。

  kanojo wa byouin de hataraiteimasu.

  Pronunciation

Notes and Tips for JLPT students

• The kanji '病' is a frequently used character in everyday life and in medical-related contexts.
• Remember the onyomi reading 'ビョウ' as it is commonly used in compound words related to diseases and illnesses.
• Pay attention to the stroke order when writing this kanji to ensure accuracy and legibility.

Usage in Japanese Names

• The kanji '病' is not commonly used in names. It primarily appears in medical terms and words related to health and illnesses.