聞
JLPT N5Kun-yomi (Japanese reading)
き.く、き.こえる
On-yomi (Chinese reading)
ブン、モン
Meaning
Stroke Count
14 strokes
Related Vocabulary
📝 How to Remember
At 14 strokes, 「聞」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
「聞」has both On-yomi (ブン、モン) and Kun-yomi (き.く、き.こえる). 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)
「聞」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 「聞」?+
On-yomi: ブン、モン. Kun-yomi: き.く、き.こえる.
What does 「聞」mean in Japanese?+
「聞」means "null". It is a JLPT N5 kanji — one of the most essential characters for beginners.
How many strokes does 「聞」have?+
「聞」is written with 14 strokes.
Is 「聞」on the JLPT N5?+
Yes, 「聞」is an official JLPT N5 kanji. Knowing all ~110 N5 kanji is essential for passing the exam.
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