JLPT N1 · Japanese kanji

甫

甫 — for the first time

Reading
ホ・フ・はじ.めて
Meaning
for the first time; not until
JLPT level
N1
Language
Japanese

About this kanji

甫 is a japanese kanji character commonly studied at the JLPT N1 level. Its primary reading is ホ・フ・はじ.めて and it means for the first time; not until. 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 甫 mean in Japanese?

甫 means for the first time; not until in Japanese. It is one of the JLPT N1 kanji every learner meets at that level.

How is 甫 read?

甫 is read ホ・フ・はじ.めて. Reading it inside real words — — is the fastest way to remember it.

What level is 甫 — is it JLPT N1?

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

How do you use 甫 in a word?

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

How do I learn 甫 effectively?

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

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