補
Kanji · N2
補 / supplement
Kanji for supplement, supply, or make good.
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Readings
| Type | Reading | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| On (音) | ホ | Sino-Japanese readings — common in compounds. |
| Kun (訓) | おぎな.う | Native Japanese readings — common standalone or with okurigana. |
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Meaning
補 carries the meaning supplement, supply, or make good.
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Common compounds with 補
候補者こうほしゃcandidate / applicant
補うおぎなうto supplement / to make up for / to compensate for
補佐ほさaid / help / assistance
補充ほじゅうreplenishment / supplementation / supplement
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