Readings: メイ・ミョウ (Onyomi), な (Kunyomi)
Meaning: name, reputation
名 is a frequently used kanji in daily life, appearing in words like 名前 (name), 有名 (famous), and 名字 (surname). It’s essential for introductions and everyday conversation.
View JLPT N5 Kanji ListKanji Details
| Radical | 夕 (evening) |
|---|---|
| Strokes | 6 |
| JLPT Level | N5 |
| Grade | 1st Grade |
Readings
| Onyomi | メイ・ミョウ (mei, myou) |
|---|---|
| Kunyomi | な (na) |
How to Write – Stroke Order
名 is composed of two parts: 夕 (evening) and 口 (mouth). It symbolizes “a word spoken in the evening” or a “famous name.”
- First draw the 夕 radical (left)
- Then add the 口 radical (right)
Example Sentences
Japanese: 名前を教えてください。
Kana: なまえをおしえてください。
Romaji: Namae o oshiete kudasai.
English: Please tell me your name.
Japanese: 彼は有名な歌手です。
Kana: かれはゆうめいなかしゅです。
Romaji: Kare wa yuumei na kashu desu.
English: He is a famous singer.
Japanese: 名字は何ですか？
Kana: みょうじはなんですか？
Romaji: Myouji wa nan desu ka?
English: What is your surname?
Vocabulary Using 名
| Word | Reading | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 名前 | なまえ | name |
| 有名 | ゆうめい | famous |
| 名人 | めいじん | master, expert |
| 名刺 | めいし | business card |
| 名字 | みょうじ | surname |
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