主 — Master
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Common Japanese Words with 主 (Master)
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The master (主) need (要) above all other needs is the chief/main priority.
The master / primary keeper (主) of the home as a lady (婦): housewife, homemaker.
Frequently Asked Questions About 主 (Master)
What is the best kanji mnemonic for 主 (Master)?
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The Shibashi Japanese kanji mnemonic for 主 ("Master", read as しゅ) is: Every smart king was always sure (しゅ) to follow the true master above him... Using visual kanji mnemonics that combine the character's radicals, meaning, and reading into a single illustrated scene makes 主 effortless to recall.
What does the kanji 主 mean and how is it read in Japanese?
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The Japanese kanji 主 means "Master". Its primary reading is しゅ (On'yomi: しゅ; Kun'yomi: —). Our Japanese kanji mnemonics tie the reading directly into the visual story so you remember both the meaning and pronunciation together.
What are common Japanese words and compounds with 主?
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Essential Japanese vocabulary words containing 主 include: 主要 (しゅよう - chief, main, principal, major), 主婦 (しゅふ - housewife, homemaker).
How do Japanese kanji mnemonics help you remember 主 (Master) faster?
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