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What is the Kanji for 'Consider'? | 慮

If you are wondering what is the Japanese Kanji for 'Consider', you've come to the right place!

The Japanese Kanji for 'Consider' is 慮.

    kanji

    Meaning

    Consider

    Reading

    kunyomiおもんぱく

    omonpaku

    おもんぱか

    omonpaka

    onyomiりょ

    ryo

    Parts

    Think

    Example Word

    配慮: consideration. The Japanese noun '配慮 (はいりょ)' means 'consideration' or 'thoughtfulness'. It refers to the act of giving careful thought to the needs, feelings, or circumstances of others. This word is often used in contexts where someone is being mindful or attentive to the well-being of others. For example: He showed consideration for her feelings「彼は彼女の気持ちに配慮した」(かれはかのじょのきもちにはいりょした). The company takes environmental considerations seriously「その会社は環境への配慮を重視している」(そのかいしゃはかんきょうへのはいりょをじゅうししている). It is important to note that '配慮' is often used in formal or professional settings to describe thoughtful actions or policies.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    15

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    7

    Frequency

    970

    Handwriting

Parts of the Kanji

If you visually break down this kanji, you can see it is made up of 2 parts:

    component

    kanji

    Meaning

    Think

Words Using

This kanji is used in 3 words:

    word

    遠慮

    Meaning

    Hesitation

    word

    配慮

    Meaning

    Consideration

    word

    考慮

    Meaning

    Consideration

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These 6 kanji contain the part 虍 as well.

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    kanji

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    kanji

    Meaning

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Learn the Kanji

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What does 慮 mean?

慮 means 'Consider'.

Japanese school students learn this kanji in Junior Highschool, while non-native learners often study it for the JLPT N1 exam.

To help you master this kanji, here's an interactive lesson where you'll practice its readings and meanings.