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識
Knowledge, Recognition, Discernment
JLPT N3
Interesting Fact
The word 知識 (chishiki), meaning 'knowledge,' is one of the most common compounds using this kanji. It appears frequently in education, books, and exams.
Memory Trick
Imagine using your WORDS (言) to recognize the difference between many things. Careful observation becomes KNOWLEDGE.
Readings
Onyomi: シキ (shiki)
Kunyomi:
Example Words
知識
ちしき (chishiki)
Knowledge
意識
いしき (ishiki)
Awareness, Consciousness
常識
じょうしき (joushiki)
Common sense
認識
にんしき (ninshiki)
Recognition
Example Sentence
日本の 歴史について 知識があります。
にほんの れきしについて ちしきがあります。
nihon no rekishi ni tsuite chishiki ga arimasu
I have knowledge about Japanese history.