JLPT N1 · Japanese kanji

柾

柾 — straight grain

Reading
まさ・まさめ・まさき
Meaning
straight grain; spindle tree;
JLPT level
N1
Language
Japanese

About this kanji

柾 is a japanese kanji character commonly studied at the JLPT N1 level. Its primary reading is まさ・まさめ・まさき and it means straight grain; spindle tree;. 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 柾 mean in Japanese?

柾 means straight grain; spindle tree; in Japanese. It is one of the JLPT N1 kanji every learner meets at that level.

How is 柾 read?

柾 is read まさ・まさめ・まさき. Reading it inside real words — — is the fastest way to remember it.

What level is 柾 — is it JLPT N1?

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

How do you use 柾 in a word?

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

How do I learn 柾 effectively?

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

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