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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

    Meaning

    Do, Sake

    Reading

    kunyomi

    na

    su

    ため

    tame

    onyomi

    i

    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

    Stroke Count

    9

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    7

    Frequency

    436

    Handwriting

As Part Of Other Kanji

This kanji appears as part of one other kanji:

    kanji

    Meaning

    Falsify, Fake

Words Using

This kanji is used in 6 words:

    word

    為る

    Meaning

    Do

    word

    Meaning

    Sake, Benefit

    word

    行為

    Meaning

    Act

    word

    為さる

    Meaning

    Do

    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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