JLPT N1 · Japanese kanji
丑 — sign of the ox or cow
- Reading
- チュウ・うし
- Meaning
- sign of the ox or cow; 1-3AM; second sign of Chinese zodiac
- JLPT level
- N1
- Language
- Japanese
About this kanji
丑 is a japanese kanji character commonly studied at the JLPT N1 level. Its primary reading is チュウ・うし and it means sign of the ox or cow; 1-3AM; second sign of Chinese zodiac. To master it, see it in real Japanese content — import an article or YouTube video into InputDojo and every occurrence becomes a one-tap lookup.
Frequently asked questions
What does 丑 mean in Japanese?
丑 means sign of the ox or cow; 1-3AM; second sign of Chinese zodiac in Japanese. It is one of the JLPT N1 kanji every learner meets at that level.
How is 丑 read?
丑 is read チュウ・うし. Reading it inside real words — — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 丑 — is it JLPT N1?
Yes. 丑 is on the official JLPT N1 kanji list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 丑 in a word?
The example words below all contain 丑 and are common Japanese vocabulary.
How do I learn 丑 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Japanese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 丑 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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