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炭
Charcoal, Coal
すみ (sumi)
JLPT N3
Interesting Fact
Traditional Japanese binchōtan charcoal is famous for burning with very little smoke and intense heat. It has been used for centuries in grilling, tea ceremonies, and even water purification.
Memory Trick
Imagine BLACK CHARCOAL glowing bright red in a barbecue grill. The burning COAL reminds you of 炭.
Readings
Onyomi: タン (tan)
Kunyomi: すみ (sumi)
Example Words
炭
すみ (sumi)
Charcoal
石炭
せきたん (sekitan)
Coal
木炭
もくたん (mokutan)
Charcoal
炭火
すみび (sumibi)
Charcoal fire
Example Sentence
炭火で 魚を 焼きました。
すみびで さかなを やきました。
sumibi de sakana o yakimashita
We grilled fish over charcoal.