JLPT N1 · Japanese kanji

眸

眸 — pupil of the eye

Reading
ボウ・ム・ひとみ
Meaning
pupil of the eye
JLPT level
N1
Language
Japanese

About this kanji

眸 is a japanese kanji character commonly studied at the JLPT N1 level. Its primary reading is ボウ・ム・ひとみ and it means pupil of the eye. 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 眸 mean in Japanese?

眸 means pupil of the eye in Japanese. It is one of the JLPT N1 kanji every learner meets at that level.

How is 眸 read?

眸 is read ボウ・ム・ひとみ. Reading it inside real words — — is the fastest way to remember it.

What level is 眸 — is it JLPT N1?

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

How do you use 眸 in a word?

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

How do I learn 眸 effectively?

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

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