JLPT N4 · Japanese kanji
特 — special
- Reading
- トク
- Meaning
- special
- JLPT level
- N4
- Language
- Japanese
About this kanji
特 is a japanese kanji character commonly studied at the JLPT N4 level. Its primary reading is トク and it means special. 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.
特 appears in everyday japanese words such as 特技 (special skill), 特有 (characteristic) and 特権 (privilege).
Japanese words containing 特
Frequently asked questions
What does 特 mean in Japanese?
特 means special in Japanese. It is one of the JLPT N4 kanji every learner meets at that level.
How is 特 read?
特 is read トク. Reading it inside real words — 特技 and 特有 and more — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 特 — is it JLPT N4?
Yes. 特 is on the official JLPT N4 kanji list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 特 in a word?
A common word containing 特 is 特技 (とくぎ) — "special skill". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 特 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Japanese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 特 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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