舌 — Tongue
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Common Japanese Words with 舌 (Tongue)
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Tongue (舌) expressed as a noun.
Striking (打) the roof of the mouth with the tongue (舌) is tut-tutting/clicking the tongue.
Frequently Asked Questions About 舌 (Tongue)
What is the best kanji mnemonic for 舌 (Tongue)?
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The Shibashi Japanese kanji mnemonic for 舌 ("Tongue", read as した) is: The lively cat with a big Shiitake (した) hat was clearly born with the tongue tuned for singing! Using visual kanji mnemonics that combine the character's radicals, meaning, and reading into a single illustrated scene makes 舌 effortless to recall.
What does the kanji 舌 mean and how is it read in Japanese?
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The Japanese kanji 舌 means "Tongue". Its primary reading is した (On'yomi: —; Kun'yomi: した). 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 舌?
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Essential Japanese vocabulary words containing 舌 include: 舌 (した - tongue), 舌打ち (したうち - clicking tongue; tut-tutting).
How do Japanese kanji mnemonics help you remember 舌 (Tongue) faster?
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