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