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技
Skill, Technique
わざ (waza)
JLPT N2
Interesting Fact
Martial arts such as judo, karate, and kendo place great importance on mastering 技 (waza), the techniques passed down from teacher to student over generations.
Memory Trick
Imagine a skilled craftsman using his hand (扌) to perform an amazing technique. His practiced hand reminds you that 技 means 'skill' or 'technique.'
Readings
Onyomi: ギ (gi)
Kunyomi: わざ (waza)
Example Words
技術
ぎじゅつ (gijutsu)
Technology, Technique
演技
えんぎ (engi)
Acting
競技
きょうぎ (kyougi)
Sport, Competition
技
わざ (waza)
Technique
Example Sentence
彼 は 高い 技術 を 持っています。
かれ は たかい ぎじゅつ を もっています。
kare wa takai gijutsu o motteimasu
He has excellent technical skills.