清
Kanji · N2
清 / pure
Kanji for pure, purify, or cleanse.
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Readings
| Type | Reading | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| On (音) | セイ、ショウ、シン | Sino-Japanese readings — common in compounds. |
| Kun (訓) | きよ.い、きよ.まる、きよ.める | Native Japanese readings — common standalone or with okurigana. |
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Meaning
清 carries the meaning pure, purify, or cleanse.
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Common compounds with 清
清浄せいじょうpure / clean / purity
清涼せいりょうcool / refreshing
清いきよいclean / clear
清潔せいけつclean / hygienic / sanitary
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