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η
Burn, Burning
γ (γγ), γ (γγ), γ (γ)
JLPT N2
Interesting Fact
Japan has strict garbage-sorting rules. Burnable trash is labeled ηγγγγΏ, while non-burnable trash is labeled ηγγͺγγγΏ.
Memory Trick
Imagine a campfire with bright orange flames rising into the night sky. That burning fire helps you remember η means 'to burn.'
Readings
Onyomi: γγ³ (nen)
Kunyomi: γ (γγ), γ (γγ), γ (γ)
Example Words
ηγγ
γγγ (moeru)
To burn
ηγγ
γγγ (moyasu)
To burn (something)
ηζ
γγγγγ (nenryou)
Fuel
ηηΌ
γγγγγ (nenshou)
Combustion
Example Sentence
η΄ γ γγ ηγγΎγγ
γγΏ γ γγ γγγΎγγ
kami ga yoku moemasu
Paper burns easily.