珠
Kanji · N1
珠 / pearl
Kanji for pearl, gem, or jewel.
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Readings
| Type | Reading | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| On (音) | シュ | Sino-Japanese readings — common in compounds. |
| Kun (訓) | たま | Native Japanese readings — common standalone or with okurigana. |
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Meaning
珠 carries the meaning pearl, gem, or jewel.
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Common compounds with 珠
珠算しゅざんcalculation on an abacus
数珠じゅずrosary / string of prayer beads
真珠しんじゅpearl
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