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