What is the Kanji for 'Begin'? | 始
If you are wondering what is the Japanese Kanji for 'Begin', you've come to the right place!
The Japanese Kanji for 'Begin' is 始.
Parts of the Kanji 始
If you visually break down this kanji, you can see it is made up of 2 parts:
Words Using 始
This kanji is used in 10 words:
Kanji Related to 始 Through the Part 女
These 38 kanji contain the part 女 as well.
Kanji Related to 始 Through the Part 台
These 4 kanji contain the part 台 as well.
Learn the Kanji 始
Let's make sure you fully understand this kanji.
What does 始 mean?
始 means 'Begin'.
Japanese school students learn this kanji in Third Grade, while non-native learners often study it for the JLPT N4 exam.
To help you master this kanji, here's an interactive lesson where you'll practice its readings and meanings.
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