Onyomi 音読み

Kunyomi 訓読み

Explanation

Big, large, great

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Kanji Story

Imagine a person standing with their arms spread open wide, symbolizing something big or large. This visual representation can help in remembering the meaning of the kanji.

Frequency in JLPT exams

The kanji '大' is a fundamental character frequently encountered in JLPT materials, especially at the N5 and N4 levels. Its various readings and meanings make it a recurring feature in both kanji and reading comprehension sections of the exam.

Example Sentences

• 彼は大学生です。

  He is a college student.

  かれはだいがくせいです。

  kare wa daigakusei desu.

  Pronunciation

• 大きな声で話す。

  Speak in a loud voice.

  おおきなこえではなす。

  ookina koe de hanasu.

  Pronunciation

• 彼女の夢は大物になることです。

  Her dream is to become a big shot.

  かのじょのゆめはおおものになることです。

  kanojo no yume wa oomono ni naru koto desu.

  Pronunciation

Notes and Tips for JLPT students

• The kanji '大' is a common character used in everyday situations and essential for the JLPT.
• Pay attention to the different readings and their meanings. For example, '大' as 'ookii' generally means 'big' or 'large'.
• Practicing writing the kanji will help you remember its stroke order and make it easier to read and write on the exam.
• Be familiar with compound words that use '大' as it can change the meaning based on the combination.

Usage in Japanese Names

• Names like '大野' (Ohno) or '大島' (Oshima) use the kanji '大'. It's a common kanji in surnames, often symbolizing something big or important.