What is the Kanji for 'Do' and 'Sake'? | 為

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

The Japanese Kanji for 'Do' and 'Sake' is 為.

kanji

為

Meaning

Do, Sake

Reading

kunyomiな

す

ため

tame

onyomiい

Example Word

行為: act. The Japanese noun '行為 (こうい)' means 'act' or 'action'. It refers to a deed or something done by someone, often implying intention or purpose. This word is commonly used in formal or serious contexts, such as legal, moral, or philosophical discussions. For example: His act was unforgivable「彼の行為は許せない」(かれのこういはゆるせない). The act of kindness saved her life「その親切な行為が彼女の命を救った」(そのしんせつなこういがかのじょのいのちをすくった). Note that '行為' is neutral in tone and can refer to both positive and negative actions, depending on the context.

Radical

火

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

436

Handwriting

為 As Part Of Other Kanji

This kanji appears as part of one other kanji:

kanji

偽

Meaning

Falsify, Fake

Words Using 為

This kanji is used in 6 words:

word

為る

Meaning

word

為

Meaning

Sake, Benefit

word

行為

Meaning

Act

word

為さる

Meaning

word

所為

Meaning

Fault

word

為替

Meaning

Exchange

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What does 為 mean?

為 means 'Do' and 'Sake'.

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

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