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JLPT N313画 · 13 strokesradical 土grade 3freq #782

garden, yard

On'yomi (音読み)

  • テイ

Kun'yomi (訓読み)

  • にわ

Mnemonic

In the garden (庭), the rich soil (土) nurtures vibrant plants, creating a peaceful retreat full of life.

About this kanji

The kanji 「庭」 primarily means "garden" or "yard." It is often used as a noun, referring to the space around a house where plants and flowers grow. For example, 「庭園」 (ていえん) means "garden" and emphasizes a landscaped area, while 「庭師」 (にわし) refers to a "gardener," someone who tends to gardens. Another common compound is 「家庭」 (かてい), which means "home" and reflects the domestic space where families live. In usage, remember that 「庭」 typically suggests an outdoor area, distinguishing it from indoor spaces.

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Example sentences

  • 庭で遊ぶ子供たち。

    Children play in the garden.

Meanings across languages

English
garden, yard
Tiếng Việt
vườn, sân
日本語
庭, にわ
한국어
정원, 마당
中文
花园, 院子
id
taman, halaman
th
สวน, ลาน
es
jardín, patio
fr
jardin, cour
de
Garten, Hof
pt
jardim, pátio

Common compounds

  • 庭園ていえんgarden, park
  • 庭師にわしgardener
  • 家庭かていhome, family

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