JLPT N1 · Japanese kanji
批 — criticism
- Reading
- ヒ
- Meaning
- criticism; strike
- JLPT level
- N1
- Language
- Japanese
About this kanji
批 is a japanese kanji character commonly studied at the JLPT N1 level. Its primary reading is ヒ and it means criticism; strike. 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.
批 appears in everyday japanese words such as 批判 (criticism) and 批評 (criticism).
Japanese words containing 批
Frequently asked questions
What does 批 mean in Japanese?
批 means criticism; strike in Japanese. It is one of the JLPT N1 kanji every learner meets at that level.
How is 批 read?
批 is read ヒ. Reading it inside real words — 批判 and 批評 — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 批 — is it JLPT N1?
Yes. 批 is on the official JLPT N1 kanji list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 批 in a word?
A common word containing 批 is 批判 (ひはん) — "criticism". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 批 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Japanese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 批 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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