Kanji

What does the kanji 景 mean?

景 means scenery, view. On'yomi ケイ.

Quick facts
On'yomi	ケイ
Strokes	12
Main radical	日
Level (estimated, JLPT framework)	N3

景On'yomi ケイ

N3 · estimated, JLPT framework12 strokes

scenery, view

Memory hook

The sun (日) shining over the capital (京), a broad view — SCENERY, VIEW.

Main radical

日sun, day 4 strokes

Built from

Stroke order · 12 strokes

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Common words

光景こうけいscene, sight
景気けいきeconomic conditions, business climate
景色けしきscenery, view

More words with this kanji

風景ふうけいscenery, landscape
背景はいけいbackground; backing power
不景気ふけいきeconomic slump, recession; gloomy

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