親

Parent

おや (oya), した(しい) (shitashii)

JLPT N4

Interesting Fact

In Japan, it's common to see parents carrying young children on their backs using a traditional carrier called an "onbuhimo". For centuries, this practical method allowed parents to work, cook, or farm while keeping their children safe and close. Even today, it remains a symbol of parental care and trust.

Memory Trick

🌳👀 A parent stands under a large tree, carefully watching(見) their child play nearby. No matter where the child runs, the parent's eyes never leave them. Standing + Tree + Watching = 親 (Parent).