甘
Kanji · N2
甘 / sweet
Kanji for sweet, coax, or pamper.
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Readings
| Type | Reading | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| On (音) | カン | Sino-Japanese readings — common in compounds. |
| Kun (訓) | あま.い、あま.える、あま.やかす、うま.い | Native Japanese readings — common standalone or with okurigana. |
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Meaning
甘 carries the meaning sweet, coax, or pamper.
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Common compounds with 甘
甘く見るあまくみるto not take seriously / to take lightly
甘党あまとうperson who prefers sweet things to alcoholic drinks / person with a sweet tooth
甘酢あまずsweet vinegar
甘いあまいsweet-tasting / sweet / sugary
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