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N2

音読み:ketsu

訓読み:isagiyo.i


Onyomi 音読み

ケツketsu


Kunyomi 訓読み

いさぎよ.いisagiyo.i


Explanation

Purity, cleanliness


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Kanji Story

Imagine a person standing straight with their arms crossed in front of them, representing a clean and upright posture. This depicts the idea of purity and cleanliness, symbolizing the kanji '潔'.


Frequency in JLPT exams

The kanji '潔' is a kanji that appears occasionally in the JLPT, particularly at the N2 level. Understanding its meaning and readings can provide an advantage in the kanji comprehension section of the exam.


Example Sentences

  • 彼はいつも潔い生活を送っている。

    He always leads a clean and pure lifestyle.

    かれはいつもいさぎよいせいかつをおくっている。

    kare wa itsumo isagiyo.i seikatsu o okutte iru.

  • 彼の手術室はいつも清潔に保たれている。

    His operating room is always kept clean and hygienic.

    かれのしゅじゅつしつはいつもせいけつにたもたれている。

    kare no shujutsushitsu wa itsumo seiketsu ni tamotarete iru.

  • 彼は潔癖症でどんな場所でも手を洗う癖がある。

    He has a compulsive cleaning habit and washes his hands in any place.

    かれはけっぺきしょうでどんなばしょでもてをあらうくせがある。

    kare wa keppekishou de donna basho demo te o arau kuse ga aru.


Notes and Tips for JLPT students

  • The kanji '潔' is an important character to know for the N2 level of the JLPT.
  • The kunyomi reading 'いさぎよい' is commonly used in words related to cleanliness or purity.
  • Pay attention to compound words using '潔' as they often convey meanings related to cleanliness, hygiene, or morals.
  • Consider practicing writing the kanji to reinforce recognition and understand its stroke order.

Usage in Japanese Names

  • Names like '潔子' (Isako) or '潔夫' (Ketsuo) use the kanji '潔'. It can symbolize purity of character or a clean spirit.