精
Kanji · N2
精 / refined
Kanji for refined, ghost, or fairy.
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Readings
| Type | Reading | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| On (音) | セイ、ショウ | Sino-Japanese readings — common in compounds. |
| Kun (訓) | しら.げる、くわ.しい | Native Japanese readings — common standalone or with okurigana. |
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Meaning
精 carries the meaning refined, ghost, or fairy.
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Common compounds with 精
精神病せいしんびょうmental illness / psychosis
精神的せいしんてきmental / spiritual / emotional
精一杯せいいっぱいthe best one can do / one's best effort
精神せいしんmind / spirit / soul
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