管
Kanji · N2
管 / pipe
Kanji for pipe, tube, or wind instrument.
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Readings
| Type | Reading | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| On (音) | カン | Sino-Japanese readings — common in compounds. |
| Kun (訓) | くだ | Native Japanese readings — common standalone or with okurigana. |
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Meaning
管 carries the meaning pipe, tube, or wind instrument.
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Common compounds with 管
鉛管えんかんlead pipe
管弦楽かんげんがくorchestral music
管弦楽団かんげんがくだんorchestra
管制塔かんせいとうcontrol tower
管理人かんりにんadministrator / janitor / manager
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