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