建 — Build
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The verb to build (建).
Frequently Asked Questions About 建 (Build)
What is the best kanji mnemonic for 建 (Build)?
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The Shibashi Japanese kanji mnemonic for 建 ("Build", read as けん) is: Talented (た) humans can (けん) build anywhere. Using visual kanji mnemonics that combine the character's radicals, meaning, and reading into a single illustrated scene makes 建 effortless to recall.
What does the kanji 建 mean and how is it read in Japanese?
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The Japanese kanji 建 means "Build". Its primary reading is けん (On'yomi: けん; Kun'yomi: た). 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 建?
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Essential Japanese vocabulary words containing 建 include: 建てる (たてる - to build).
How do Japanese kanji mnemonics help you remember 建 (Build) faster?
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