巧
Kanji · N1
巧 / adroit
Kanji for adroit, skilled, or ingenuity.
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Readings
| Type | Reading | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| On (音) | コウ | Sino-Japanese readings — common in compounds. |
| Kun (訓) | たく.み、たく.む、うま.い | Native Japanese readings — common standalone or with okurigana. |
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Meaning
巧 carries the meaning adroit, skilled, or ingenuity.
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Common compounds with 巧
巧いうまいskillful / skilful / skilled
巧妙こうみょうingenious / skillful / clever
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