JLPT N2 · Japanese kanji
寺 — Buddhist temple
- Reading
- ジ・てら
- Meaning
- Buddhist temple
- JLPT level
- N2
- Language
- Japanese
About this kanji
寺 is a japanese kanji character commonly studied at the JLPT N2 level. Its primary reading is ジ・てら and it means Buddhist temple. 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.
寺 appears in everyday japanese words such as 寺 (temple) and 寺院 (temple).
Japanese words containing 寺
Frequently asked questions
What does 寺 mean in Japanese?
寺 means Buddhist temple in Japanese. It is one of the JLPT N2 kanji every learner meets at that level.
How is 寺 read?
寺 is read ジ・てら. Reading it inside real words — 寺 and 寺院 — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 寺 — is it JLPT N2?
Yes. 寺 is on the official JLPT N2 kanji list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 寺 in a word?
A common word containing 寺 is 寺 (てら) — "temple". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 寺 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Japanese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 寺 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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