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