JLPT N1 · Japanese kanji

洸

洸 — sparkling water

Reading
コウ
Meaning
sparkling water
JLPT level
N1
Language
Japanese

About this kanji

洸 is a japanese kanji character commonly studied at the JLPT N1 level. Its primary reading is コウ and it means sparkling water. 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 洸 mean in Japanese?

洸 means sparkling water in Japanese. It is one of the JLPT N1 kanji every learner meets at that level.

How is 洸 read?

洸 is read コウ. Reading it inside real words — — is the fastest way to remember it.

What level is 洸 — is it JLPT N1?

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

How do you use 洸 in a word?

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

How do I learn 洸 effectively?

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

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