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消
Disappear, Extinguish, Turn Off
き.える (ki-eru), け.す (ke-su)
JLPT N3
Interesting Fact
You'll hear 消してください ('Please turn it off') everywhere in Japan, whether it's lights, televisions, or mobile phones. This kanji is essential in everyday life.
Memory Trick
Imagine pouring WATER onto a burning candle until the flame DISAPPEARS. Water helps EXTINGUISH the fire.
Readings
Onyomi: ショウ (shou)
Kunyomi: き.える (ki-eru), け.す (ke-su)
Example Words
消す
けす (kesu)
To turn off, Erase
消える
きえる (kieru)
To disappear
消火
しょうか (shouka)
Fire extinguishing
消費
しょうひ (shouhi)
Consumption
Example Sentence
電気を 消してください。
でんきを けしてください。
denki o keshite kudasai
Please turn off the lights.