JLPT N1 · Japanese kanji
級 — class
- Reading
- キュウ
- Meaning
- class; rank; grade
- JLPT level
- N1
- Language
- Japanese
About this kanji
級 is a japanese kanji character commonly studied at the JLPT N1 level. Its primary reading is キュウ and it means class; rank; grade. 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.
級 appears in everyday japanese words such as 級 (class), 同級 (the same grade) and 等級 (grade).
Japanese words containing 級
Frequently asked questions
What does 級 mean in Japanese?
級 means class; rank; grade in Japanese. It is one of the JLPT N1 kanji every learner meets at that level.
How is 級 read?
級 is read キュウ. Reading it inside real words — 級 and 同級 and more — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 級 — is it JLPT N1?
Yes. 級 is on the official JLPT N1 kanji list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 級 in a word?
A common word containing 級 is 級 (きゅう) — "class". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 級 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Japanese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 級 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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