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