N4

meaning and readings

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Kanji

N4
Meaning
make an effort, make an effort
Onyomi
ベン
Kunyomi
-
Formula
勉 = 免 + 力。

Story

勉 is analyzed as a combination of 免 (side to avoid), 力 (strength) and denotes make an effort, make an effort.

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This kanji belongs to JLPT N4.

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