N5

meaning and readings

This page brings together the meaning, readings, radical or component hints, formula, and short story for one kanji so you can move straight into review.

Kanji

N5
Meaning
now, currently
Onyomi
コン、キン
Kunyomi
いま
Formula
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Story

今 is a pictograph derived from speaking mouth shape and denotes now, currently.

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This kanji belongs to JLPT N5.

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