Kanji
What does the kanji 吟 mean?
吟 means reciting, chanting (poetry). On'yomi ギン.
Quick facts| On'yomi | ギン |
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| Strokes | 7 |
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| Main radical | 口 |
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| Level (estimated, JLPT framework) | N1 |
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吟On'yomi ギン
N1 · estimated, JLPT framework7 strokes
reciting, chanting (poetry)
Memory hook
The mouth (口) giving voice to the present (今) moment — RECITE, CHANT.
Common words
- 吟味ぎんみcareful examination, scrutiny
- 口吟むくちずさむto hum, sing softly to oneself
