JLPT N1 · Japanese kanji

捺

捺 — press

Reading
ナツ・ダツ・さ.す・お.す
Meaning
press; print; affix a seal; stamp
JLPT level
N1
Language
Japanese

About this kanji

捺 is a japanese kanji character commonly studied at the JLPT N1 level. Its primary reading is ナツ・ダツ・さ.す・お.す and it means press; print; affix a seal; stamp. 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 捺 mean in Japanese?

捺 means press; print; affix a seal; stamp in Japanese. It is one of the JLPT N1 kanji every learner meets at that level.

How is 捺 read?

捺 is read ナツ・ダツ・さ.す・お.す. Reading it inside real words — — is the fastest way to remember it.

What level is 捺 — is it JLPT N1?

Yes. 捺 is on the official JLPT N1 kanji list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.

How do you use 捺 in a word?

The example words below all contain 捺 and are common Japanese vocabulary.

How do I learn 捺 effectively?

Read it in context. Import any Japanese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 捺 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.

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