N2
干 meaning and readings
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Kanji
干
N2
- Meaning
- shield, stem, care, dry
- Onyomi
- カン
- Kunyomi
- ほ(す)、ひ(る)
- Formula
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Story
干 is a pictograph derived from Shield used in ancient times and denotes shield, stem, care, dry.
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This kanji belongs to JLPT N2.
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