環
Kanji · N2
環 / ring
Kanji for ring, circle, or loop.
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Readings
| Type | Reading | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| On (音) | カン | Sino-Japanese readings — common in compounds. |
| Kun (訓) | わ | Native Japanese readings — common standalone or with okurigana. |
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Meaning
環 carries the meaning ring, circle, or loop.
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Common compounds with 環
循環器じゅんかんきcirculatory organ
悪循環あくじゅんかんvicious circle / vicious cycle
環境かんきょうenvironment / surroundings / circumstances
循環じゅんかんcirculation / rotation / cycle
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