What is the Kanji for 'Jealousy' and 'Envy'? | 羨

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

The Japanese Kanji for 'Jealousy' and 'Envy' is 羨.

kanji

羨

Meaning

Jealousy, Envy

Reading

kunyomiうらや

uraya

onyomiせん

sen

Example Word

羨ましい: envious. The Japanese adjective '羨ましい (うらやましい)' means 'envious'. It is used to express a feeling of envy or jealousy towards someone else's possessions, qualities, or circumstances. This word is often used in social contexts where one person has something that another person desires. For example: I am envious of your new car「あなたの新しい車が羨ましい」(あなたのあたらしいくるまがうらやましい). She is envious of her friend's success「彼女は友達の成功を羨ましいと思っている」(かのじょはともだちのせいこうをうらやましいとおもっている). It is important to note that while '羨ましい' can sometimes carry a negative connotation, it can also be used in a more light-hearted or joking manner among friends.

Radical

羊

Stroke Count

JLPT

Unknown

Grade

Frequency

1775

Handwriting

Words Using 羨

This kanji is used in 1 word:

word

羨ましい

Meaning

Envious

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What does 羨 mean?

羨 means 'Jealousy' and 'Envy'.

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

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