金 — JLPT N5 Kanji | Nihongo Pass

金

JLPT N5

Kun-yomi (Japanese reading)

かね、かな、げ

On-yomi (Chinese reading)

キン、コン、ゴン

Meaning

Stroke Count

8 strokes

Related Vocabulary

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📝 How to Remember

「金」has 8 strokes. Break it into smaller visual components — most complex kanji are combinations of simpler parts you already know.

⚠️ Teacher's Note — On-yomi vs Kun-yomi

「金」has both On-yomi (キン、コン、ゴン) and Kun-yomi (かね、かな、げ). On-yomi is typically used in compound words (two kanji together), while Kun-yomi appears when the kanji stands alone or with hiragana.

🎯 JLPT N5 — How It's Tested

もんだい1 (Kanji Reading) & もんだい2 (Kanji Writing)

「金」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 「金」?+

On-yomi: キン、コン、ゴン. Kun-yomi: かね、かな、げ.

What does 「金」mean in Japanese?+

「金」means "null". It is a JLPT N5 kanji — one of the most essential characters for beginners.

How many strokes does 「金」have?+

「金」is written with 8 strokes.

Is 「金」on the JLPT N5?+

Yes, 「金」is an official JLPT N5 kanji. Knowing all ~110 N5 kanji is essential for passing the exam.

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