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What is the Kanji for 'Target'? | 的

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

The Japanese Kanji for 'Target' is 的.

    kanji

    Meaning

    Target

    Reading

    kunyomiまと

    mato

    onyomiてき

    teki

    Parts

    White

    Example Word

    典型的: typical. The Japanese adjective '典型的 (てんけいてき)' means 'typical'. It is used to describe something that is representative of a particular type, group, or category. This word often carries a neutral or slightly negative connotation, implying that something is predictable or lacks uniqueness. For example: That's a typical Japanese dish「それは典型的な日本料理です」(それはてんけいてきなにほんりょうりです). His reaction was typical of him「彼の反応は典型的だった」(かれのはんのうはてんけいてきだった). The adjective is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts to describe behaviors, characteristics, or events that are considered standard or expected.

    Radical

    Stroke Count

    8

    JLPT

    N0

    Grade

    4

    Frequency

    42

    Handwriting

Parts of the Kanji

If you visually break down this kanji, you can see it is made up of 1 part:

    kanji

    Meaning

    White

Words Using

This kanji is used in 32 words:

Kanji Related to Through the Part

These 13 kanji contain the part 白 as well.

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    Meaning

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    Meaning

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    Mean, Lowly

    kanji

    Meaning

    Chief, Older sibling of parent

Learn the Kanji

Let's make sure you fully understand this kanji.

What does 的 mean?

的 means 'Target'.

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

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