Kanji
What does the kanji 探 mean?
探 means search, look for; explore. On'yomi タン. Kun'yomi さぐ.る、さが.す.
Quick facts| On'yomi | タン |
|---|
| Kun'yomi | さぐ.る、さが.す |
|---|
| Strokes | 11 |
|---|
| Main radical | 手 |
|---|
| Level (estimated, JLPT framework) | N3 |
|---|
探On'yomi タンKun'yomi さぐ.る、さが.す
N3 · estimated, JLPT framework11 strokes
search, look for; explore
Memory hook
The hand (扌) groping deep into a hidden place — SEARCH, PROBE.
Stroke order · 11 strokes
Common words
- 探すさがすto search for, to look for
- 探るさぐるto probe, to feel around for; to investigate
- 探検たんけんexploration