名

音読おんよみ: メイ・ミョウ

訓読くんよみ:

画数かくすう: 6

部首ぶしゅ: 口(くち)

Meaning

Name / Fame / Reputation

  • まえ — name
  • ゆうめい — famous
  • めいじん — master; expert
  • — Nagoya (place name)
  • しょめい — signature
  • ふだ — name tag
  • めいさく — masterpiece
  • めい — noun

“名” is a core kanji in daily life — used when giving your name, checking rosters, or referring to someone’s fame. It appears in both formal documents and casual speech, making it essential for all learners.

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