Nihongo

Kanji Detail

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Basic Meaning

The kanji primarily means "below," "under," or "down." It signifies a position or state that is lower than something else, either physically or metaphorically. It implies a sense of inferiority, reduction, or a direction downwards. It can also relate to the concept of being in a lower level, rank, or stage.

Readings

・On-yomi (音読み): (ka), (ge) ・Kun-yomi (訓読み): した (shita), しも (shimo), さげる (sageru), おりる (oriru), くだる (kudaru)

Usage Examples

⚫︎ 下(した)にあります。 Translation: It's below. ⚫︎ 地下(ちか) Translation: Underground; basement ⚫︎ 上下(じょうげ)関係(かんけい) Translation: Hierarchy; upper and lower relationship

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