温
JLPT N5Kun-yomi (Japanese reading)
あたた-かい
On-yomi (Chinese reading)
オン
Meaning
Warm, temperature
Stroke Count
12 strokes
Examples
温度
Related Vocabulary
📝 How to Remember
At 12 strokes, 「温」requires deliberate practice. Identify the radical (root part) first, then learn the remaining strokes as a unit.
⚠️ Teacher's Note — On-yomi vs Kun-yomi
「温」has both On-yomi (オン) and Kun-yomi (あたた-かい). 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)
「温」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 「温」?+
On-yomi: オン. Kun-yomi: あたた-かい.
What does 「温」mean in Japanese?+
「温」means "Warm, temperature". It is a JLPT N5 kanji — one of the most essential characters for beginners.
How many strokes does 「温」have?+
「温」is written with 12 strokes.
Is 「温」on the JLPT N5?+
Yes, 「温」is an official JLPT N5 kanji. Knowing all ~110 N5 kanji is essential for passing the exam.
Can you give an example sentence using 「温」?+
Yes: 温度. Practicing kanji in context is one of the most effective ways to remember them.
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