哀 — pity; sorrow
哀 means “pity; sorrow”. It is a JLPT N1 kanji written with 9 strokes. On'yomi: アイ (ai). Kun'yomi: あわ(れ) (aware). You'll see it in words such as 哀れ (aware, “pity; sorrow”).
哀
- Meaning
- pity; sorrow
- On'yomi
- アイ (ai)
- Kun'yomi
- あわ(れ) (aware)
- Strokes
- 9
- Level
- JLPT N1 · set Feelings 4
How to remember 哀
Parts: 衣 garment · 口 mouth; box
Words with 哀
| Word | Reading | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 哀れ | あわれ aware kun | pity; sorrow |
| 哀れむ | あわれむ awaremu kun | to pity; to feel sympathy for |
Don't confuse it with
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