根
Kanji · N2
根 / root
Kanji for root, radical, or head (pimple).
01
Readings
| Type | Reading | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| On (音) | コン | Sino-Japanese readings — common in compounds. |
| Kun (訓) | ね、-ね | Native Japanese readings — common standalone or with okurigana. |
02
Meaning
根 carries the meaning root, radical, or head (pimple).
03
Common compounds with 根
蓮根れんこんlotus root
禍根かこんroot of an evil / source of a problem / source of trouble
垣根かきねhedge / fence
根気こんきpatience / perseverance / persistence
根拠こんきょbasis / grounds / foundation
04