JLPT N1 · Japanese kanji

朔

朔 — conjunction (astronomy)

Reading
サク・ついたち
Meaning
conjunction (astronomy); first day of month; north
JLPT level
N1
Language
Japanese

About this kanji

朔 is a japanese kanji character commonly studied at the JLPT N1 level. Its primary reading is サク・ついたち and it means conjunction (astronomy); first day of month; north. 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 朔 mean in Japanese?

朔 means conjunction (astronomy); first day of month; north in Japanese. It is one of the JLPT N1 kanji every learner meets at that level.

How is 朔 read?

朔 is read サク・ついたち. Reading it inside real words — — is the fastest way to remember it.

What level is 朔 — is it JLPT N1?

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

How do you use 朔 in a word?

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

How do I learn 朔 effectively?

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

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