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What is the Kanji for 'Put'? | 置

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

The Japanese Kanji for 'Put' is 置.

    kanji

    Meaning

    Put

    Reading

    kunyomi

    o

    onyomi

    chi

    Parts

    Straight, Repair

    Example Word

    措置: measure. The Japanese verbal noun '措置 (そち)' refers to a 'measure' or 'step' taken to address a situation or problem. It is often used in formal or official contexts to describe actions or policies implemented to resolve issues. For example: The government took measures to prevent the spread of the disease「政府は病気の拡散を防ぐための措置を取った」(せいふはびょうきのかくさんをふせぐためのそちをとった). The company implemented safety measures「会社は安全措置を実施した」(かいしゃはあんぜんそちをじっしした). This term is commonly used in discussions about policies, regulations, or administrative actions.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    13

    JLPT

    N3

    Grade

    4

    Frequency

    198

    Handwriting

Parts of the Kanji

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

    component

    kanji

    Meaning

    Straight, Repair

Words Using

This kanji is used in 8 words:

    word

    置く

    Meaning

    Put

    word

    位置

    Meaning

    Position

    word

    装置

    Meaning

    Device

    word

    配置

    Meaning

    Arrangement, Placement

    word

    設置

    Meaning

    Installation

    word

    放置

    Meaning

    Neglect

    word

    処置

    Meaning

    Measure

    word

    措置

    Meaning

    Measure

Kanji Related to Through the Part

These 3 kanji contain the part 直 as well.

    kanji

    Meaning

    Value, Price

    kanji

    Meaning

    Plant

    kanji

    Meaning

    Multiply

Learn the Kanji

Let's make sure you fully understand this kanji.

What does 置 mean?

置 means 'Put'.

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

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