徐
Kanji · N1
徐 / gradually
Kanji for gradually, slowly, or deliberately.
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Readings
| Type | Reading | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| On (音) | ジョ | Sino-Japanese readings — common in compounds. |
| Kun (訓) | おもむ.ろに | Native Japanese readings — common standalone or with okurigana. |
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Meaning
徐 carries the meaning gradually, slowly, or deliberately.
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Common compounds with 徐
徐々じょじょslow / gradual / steady
徐行じょこうgoing slowly / going at a reduced speed / slowing down
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