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What is the Kanji for 'Raise'? | 挙

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

The Japanese Kanji for 'Raise' is 挙.

    kanji

    Meaning

    Raise

    Reading

    kunyomi

    a

    onyomiきょ

    kyo

    Parts

    Hand

    Example Word

    挙げる: raise or list. The Japanese verb '挙げる (あげる)' has multiple meanings depending on the context. The primary meaning is 'to raise' or 'to lift up', often used in physical or abstract contexts. For example: raise your hand「手を挙げて」(てをあげて). The second meaning is 'to list' or 'to enumerate', used when presenting examples or items. For example: list the reasons「理由を挙げる」(りゆうをあげる). This verb is versatile and can be used in various situations, such as raising a flag, raising a question, or listing achievements. It is important to note that '挙げる' is often used in formal or written contexts, and its usage can vary based on the situation.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    10

    JLPT

    N1

    Grade

    4

    Frequency

    849

    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

    Hand

Words Using

This kanji is used in 3 words:

Kanji Related to Through the Part

These 8 kanji contain the part 手 as well.

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    Meaning

    Consent

    kanji

    Meaning

    Self, Ego

    kanji

    Meaning

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    kanji

    Meaning

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    kanji

    Meaning

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    kanji

    Meaning

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    kanji

    Meaning

    Fist

    kanji

    Meaning

    Gift, Seriousness

Learn the Kanji

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What does 挙 mean?

挙 means 'Raise'.

Japanese school students learn this kanji in Fourth Grade, while non-native learners often study it for the JLPT N1 exam.

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