What is the Kanji for 'Master' and 'Expert'? | 師

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

The Japanese Kanji for 'Master' and 'Expert' is 師.

kanji

師

Meaning

Master, Expert

Reading

onyomiし

shi

Example Word

技師: engineer. The Japanese noun '技師 (ぎし)' refers to an 'engineer', a professional who applies scientific and mathematical principles to design, develop, and maintain structures, machines, or systems. This term is often used in professional contexts and can refer to various types of engineers, such as civil engineers, mechanical engineers, or electrical engineers. For example: He is a civil engineer「彼は土木技師です」(かれはどぼくぎしです). The company hired a new engineer「会社は新しい技師を雇いました」(かいしゃはあたらしいぎしをやといました). Note that '技師' is a formal term and is typically used in professional or official settings.

Radical

巾

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

288

Handwriting

Words Using 師

This kanji is used in 7 words:

word

師

Meaning

Teacher

word

医師

Meaning

Doctor

word

教師

Meaning

Teacher

word

技師

Meaning

Engineer

word

師走

Meaning

December

word

師匠

Meaning

Master

word

講師

Meaning

Lecturer

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What does 師 mean?

師 means 'Master' and 'Expert'.

Japanese school students learn this kanji in Fifth Grade, while non-native learners often study it for the JLPT N3 exam.

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