What is the Kanji for 'Scold'? | 叱

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

The Japanese Kanji for 'Scold' is 叱.

kanji

叱

Meaning

Scold

Reading

kunyomiしか

shika

Example Word

叱る: scold. The Japanese verb '叱る (しかる)' means 'to scold' or 'to reprimand'. It is used when someone is being corrected or admonished for their behavior, often by someone in a position of authority, such as a parent, teacher, or boss. The tone can range from mild disapproval to strong rebuke. For example: The teacher scolded the student「先生は生徒を叱った」(せんせいはせいとをしかった). My mother scolded me for being late「母は私が遅れたことを叱った」(はははわたしがおくれたことをしかった). This verb is commonly used in situations where someone is being corrected for a mistake or misbehavior.

Radical

口

Stroke Count

JLPT

Unknown

Grade

Frequency

1224

Handwriting

Words Using 叱

This kanji is used in 1 word:

word

叱る

Meaning

Scold

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What does 叱 mean?

叱 means 'Scold'.

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

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