斤 — Axe
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Common Japanese Words with 斤 (Axe)
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One (一) standard unit measure (斤, ~600g) traditionally used for a loaf of bread.
Frequently Asked Questions About 斤 (Axe)
What is the best kanji mnemonic for 斤 (Axe)?
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The Shibashi Japanese kanji mnemonic for 斤 ("Axe", read as きん) is: Say hello to the axe king (きん)... Using visual kanji mnemonics that combine the character's radicals, meaning, and reading into a single illustrated scene makes 斤 effortless to recall.
What does the kanji 斤 mean and how is it read in Japanese?
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The Japanese kanji 斤 means "Axe". Its primary reading is きん (On'yomi: きん; 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 斤?
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Essential Japanese vocabulary words containing 斤 include: 一斤 (いっきん - one loaf of bread; 1 kin (approx. 600g)).
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