徹
Kanji · N1
徹 / penetrate
Kanji for penetrate, clear, or pierce.
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Readings
| Type | Reading | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| On (音) | テツ | Sino-Japanese readings — common in compounds. |
| Kun (訓) | — | Native Japanese readings — common standalone or with okurigana. |
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Meaning
徹 carries the meaning penetrate, clear, or pierce.
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Common compounds with 徹
貫徹かんてつaccomplishment / realization / attainment
徹するてっするto penetrate / to sink in
徹底てっていthoroughness / completeness / consistency
徹夜てつやstaying up all night
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