泣
Kanji · N2
泣 / cry
Kanji for cry, weep, or moan.
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Readings
| Type | Reading | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| On (音) | キュウ | Sino-Japanese readings — common in compounds. |
| Kun (訓) | な.く | Native Japanese readings — common standalone or with okurigana. |
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Meaning
泣 carries the meaning cry, weep, or moan.
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Common compounds with 泣
泣き虫なきむしcrybaby / blubberer
泣き声なきごえcry / sob / whine
泣くなくto cry / to shed tears / to weep
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