JLPT N2 · Japanese kanji
績 — exploits
- Reading
- セキ
- Meaning
- exploits; achievements; unreeling cocoons
- JLPT level
- N2
- Language
- Japanese
About this kanji
績 is a japanese kanji character commonly studied at the JLPT N2 level. Its primary reading is セキ and it means exploits; achievements; unreeling cocoons. 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.
績 appears in everyday japanese words such as 業績 (achievement), 紡績 (spinning) and 功績 (achievements).
Japanese words containing 績
Frequently asked questions
What does 績 mean in Japanese?
績 means exploits; achievements; unreeling cocoons in Japanese. It is one of the JLPT N2 kanji every learner meets at that level.
How is 績 read?
績 is read セキ. Reading it inside real words — 業績 and 紡績 and more — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 績 — is it JLPT N2?
Yes. 績 is on the official JLPT N2 kanji list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 績 in a word?
A common word containing 績 is 業績 (ぎょうせき) — "achievement". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 績 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Japanese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 績 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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