道 — Road
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Common Japanese Words with 道 (Road)
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A path you walk on is a road (道) or street.
A tool (具) you use on the road (道) to success is just a tool.
Frequently Asked Questions About 道 (Road)
What is the best kanji mnemonic for 道 (Road)?
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The Shibashi Japanese kanji mnemonic for 道 ("Road", read as どう) is: Thinking of dough (どう) with meat & cheese (みち) is a great way to pass the time while on the road... Using visual kanji mnemonics that combine the character's radicals, meaning, and reading into a single illustrated scene makes 道 effortless to recall.
What does the kanji 道 mean and how is it read in Japanese?
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The Japanese kanji 道 means "Road". Its primary reading is どう (On'yomi: どう; Kun'yomi: みち). 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 道?
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Essential Japanese vocabulary words containing 道 include: 道 (みち - street), 道具 (どうぐ - tool, means).
How do Japanese kanji mnemonics help you remember 道 (Road) faster?
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