見
JLPT N5Kun-yomi (Japanese reading)
み.る、み.える、み.せる
On-yomi (Chinese reading)
ケン
Meaning
Stroke Count
7 strokes
Related Vocabulary
📝 How to Remember
「見」has 7 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
「見」has both On-yomi (ケン) and Kun-yomi (み.る、み.える、み.せる). 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)
「見」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 「見」?+
On-yomi: ケン. Kun-yomi: み.る、み.える、み.せる.
What does 「見」mean in Japanese?+
「見」means "null". It is a JLPT N5 kanji — one of the most essential characters for beginners.
How many strokes does 「見」have?+
「見」is written with 7 strokes.
Is 「見」on the JLPT N5?+
Yes, 「見」is an official JLPT N5 kanji. Knowing all ~110 N5 kanji is essential for passing the exam.
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