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