秘
Kanji · N1
秘 / secret
Kanji for secret or conceal.
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Readings
| Type | Reading | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| On (音) | ヒ | Sino-Japanese readings — common in compounds. |
| Kun (訓) | ひ.める、ひそ.か、かく.す | Native Japanese readings — common standalone or with okurigana. |
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Meaning
秘 carries the meaning secret or conceal.
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Common compounds with 秘
便秘べんぴconstipation
秘めるひめるto hide / to keep to oneself
秘密ひみつsecret / secrecy / confidentiality
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