JLPT N1 · Japanese kanji
曙 — dawn
- Reading
- ショ・あけぼの
- Meaning
- dawn; daybreak
- JLPT level
- N1
- Language
- Japanese
About this kanji
曙 is a japanese kanji character commonly studied at the JLPT N1 level. Its primary reading is ショ・あけぼの and it means dawn; daybreak. 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 曙 mean in Japanese?
曙 means dawn; daybreak in Japanese. It is one of the JLPT N1 kanji every learner meets at that level.
How is 曙 read?
曙 is read ショ・あけぼの. Reading it inside real words — — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 曙 — is it JLPT N1?
Yes. 曙 is on the official JLPT N1 kanji list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 曙 in a word?
The example words below all contain 曙 and are common Japanese vocabulary.
How do I learn 曙 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Japanese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 曙 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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