注
JLPT N5Kun-yomi (Japanese reading)
そそ-ぐ
On-yomi (Chinese reading)
チュウ
Meaning
Pour, attention, order
Stroke Count
8 strokes
Examples
注意
📝 How to Remember
「注」has 8 strokes. Break it into smaller visual components — most complex kanji are combinations of simpler parts you already know.
⚠️ Teacher's Note — On-yomi vs Kun-yomi
「注」has both On-yomi (チュウ) and Kun-yomi (そそ-ぐ). On-yomi is typically used in compound words (two kanji together), while Kun-yomi appears when the kanji stands alone or with hiragana.
🎯 JLPT N5 — How It's Tested
もんだい1 (Kanji Reading) & もんだい2 (Kanji Writing)
「注」typically appears in もんだい1, where you choose the correct reading, and もんだい2, where you choose the correct kanji for a hiragana word. Make sure you can recognize it both ways.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How do you read the kanji 「注」?+
On-yomi: チュウ. Kun-yomi: そそ-ぐ.
What does 「注」mean in Japanese?+
「注」means "Pour, attention, order". It is a JLPT N5 kanji — one of the most essential characters for beginners.
How many strokes does 「注」have?+
「注」is written with 8 strokes.
Is 「注」on the JLPT N5?+
Yes, 「注」is an official JLPT N5 kanji. Knowing all ~110 N5 kanji is essential for passing the exam.
Can you give an example sentence using 「注」?+
Yes: 注意. Practicing kanji in context is one of the most effective ways to remember them.
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