意
JLPT N5On-yomi (Chinese reading)
イ
Meaning
Meaning, intention
Stroke Count
13 strokes
Examples
意味
Related Vocabulary
📝 How to Remember
At 13 strokes, 「意」requires deliberate practice. Identify the radical (root part) first, then learn the remaining strokes as a unit.
⚠️ Teacher's Note — On-yomi vs Kun-yomi
「意」uses only On-yomi (イ), common for kanji mostly used in compound words.
🎯 JLPT N5 — How It's Tested
もんだい1 (Kanji Reading) & もんだい2 (Kanji Writing)
「意」typically appears in もんだい1, where you choose the correct reading, and もんだい2, where you choose the correct kanji for a hiragana word. Make sure you can recognize it both ways.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How do you read the kanji 「意」?+
On-yomi: イ.
What does 「意」mean in Japanese?+
「意」means "Meaning, intention". It is a JLPT N5 kanji — one of the most essential characters for beginners.
How many strokes does 「意」have?+
「意」is written with 13 strokes.
Is 「意」on the JLPT N5?+
Yes, 「意」is an official JLPT N5 kanji. Knowing all ~110 N5 kanji is essential for passing the exam.
Can you give an example sentence using 「意」?+
Yes: 意味. Practicing kanji in context is one of the most effective ways to remember them.
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