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What is the Kanji for 'Present' and 'Presents'? | 贈

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

The Japanese Kanji for 'Present' and 'Presents' is 贈.

    kanji

    Meaning

    Present, Presents

    Reading

    kunyomiおく

    oku

    onyomiぞう

    zou

    そう

    sou

    Parts

    Shellfish Formerly

    Example Word

    贈る: give. The Japanese verb '贈る (おくる)' means 'to give' or 'to present'. It is specifically used when giving something as a gift, award, or token of appreciation. This verb carries a nuance of formality and is often used in contexts like giving presents, awards, or donations. For example: I will give a book as a gift「本を贈ります」(ほんをおくります). They gave her a medal「彼らは彼女にメダルを贈った」(かれらはかのじょにメダルをおくった). Note that '贈る' is distinct from other verbs like 'あげる', as it implies a more formal or ceremonial act of giving.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    18

    JLPT

    N2

    Grade

    7

    Frequency

    1594

    Handwriting

Parts of the Kanji

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

    kanji

    Meaning

    Shellfish

    kanji

    Meaning

    Formerly

Words Using

This kanji is used in 2 words:

Kanji Related to Through the Part

These 37 kanji contain the part 貝 as well.

    kanji

    Meaning

    Buy

    kanji

    Meaning

    Lend, Loan

    kanji

    Meaning

    Member

    kanji

    Meaning

    Quality

    kanji

    Meaning

    Praise, Agree

    kanji

    Meaning

    Blame, Liability

    kanji

    Meaning

    Expense

    kanji

    Meaning

    Defeat

    kanji

    Meaning

    Rule

    kanji

    Meaning

    Rent, Fare

    kanji

    Meaning

    Defeat

    kanji

    Meaning

    Capital, Resources

    kanji

    Meaning

    Precious

    kanji

    Meaning

    Goods, Freight

    kanji

    Meaning

    Poor

    kanji

    Meaning

    Prize

    kanji

    Meaning

    Wealth

    kanji

    Meaning

    Savings

    kanji

    Meaning

    Sell

    kanji

    Meaning

    Purchase, Subscription

    kanji

    Meaning

    Bribe, Provide

    kanji

    Meaning

    Wise, Clever

    kanji

    Meaning

    Tribute

    kanji

    Meaning

    Congratulate

    kanji

    Meaning

    Chain

    kanji

    Meaning

    Compensate, Compensation

    kanji

    Meaning

    Chastity

    kanji

    Meaning

    Pierce, Sushi counter

    kanji

    Meaning

    Levy, Installment

    kanji

    Meaning

    Robber, Rebel

    kanji

    Meaning

    Guest, Vip

    kanji

    Meaning

    Grant, Deign to give

    kanji

    Meaning

    Bribe

    kanji

    Meaning

    Gamble

    kanji

    Meaning

    Indulge in, Covet

    kanji

    Meaning

    Paste

    kanji

    Meaning

    Shamisen song

Kanji Related to Through the Part

These 4 kanji contain the part 曽 as well.

    kanji

    Meaning

    Increase

    kanji

    Meaning

    Bonze, Buddhist priest

    kanji

    Meaning

    Hate

    kanji

    Meaning

    Layer

Learn the Kanji

Let's make sure you fully understand this kanji.

What does 贈 mean?

贈 means 'Present' and 'Presents'.

Japanese school students learn this kanji in Junior Highschool, while non-native learners often study it for the JLPT N2 exam.

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

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