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残
Remain, Left Over
のこ.る (nokoru), のこ.す (nokosu)
JLPT N3
Interesting Fact
The phrase 残念 (zannen), meaning 'regrettable' or 'what a pity,' is one of the most common expressions in Japanese. Originally, it referred to something 'remaining' in one's mind after disappointment.
Memory Trick
Imagine finishing dinner but leaving a few pieces of food on the plate. Those LEFTOVERS REMAIN after everyone else has finished.
Readings
Onyomi: ザン (zan)
Kunyomi: のこ.る (nokoru), のこ.す (nokosu)
Example Words
残る
のこる (nokoru)
To remain
残す
のこす (nokosu)
To leave behind
残業
ざんぎょう (zangyou)
Overtime work
残念
ざんねん (zannen)
Regrettable, Too bad
Example Sentence
ご飯を 残さないで ください。
ごはんを のこさないで ください。
gohan o nokosanaide kudasai
Please don't leave any food.