What is the Kanji for 'Sweet'? | 甘

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

The Japanese Kanji for 'Sweet' is 甘.

kanji

甘

Meaning

Sweet

Reading

kunyomiあま

ama

onyomiかん

kan

Example Word

甘える: depend. The Japanese verb '甘える (あまえる)' means 'to depend on' or 'to take advantage of someone's kindness'. It often carries a nuance of seeking affection, indulgence, or special treatment, typically from someone close, like a parent, partner, or friend. It can be used in both positive and negative contexts, depending on the situation. For example: she depends on her mother「彼女は母親に甘える」(かのじょはははおやにあまえる). He took advantage of my kindness「彼は私の優しさに甘えた」(かれはわたしのやさしさにあまえた). The verb is commonly used to describe behavior that seeks emotional or practical support, often in a way that might be seen as childish or endearing.

Radical

甘

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

1092

Handwriting

甘 As Part Of Other Kanji

This kanji appears as part of 3 other kanji:

kanji

某

Meaning

A certain

kanji

甚

Meaning

Extremely, Tremendously

kanji

紺

Meaning

Dark blue, Navy

Words Using 甘

This kanji is used in 3 words:

word

甘い

Meaning

Sweet, Lenient

word

甘やかす

Meaning

Spoil

word

甘える

Meaning

Depend

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What does 甘 mean?

甘 means 'Sweet'.

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

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