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η΄
Deep Red, Crimson
γΉγ« (beni), γγγͺγ (kurenai)
JLPT N2
Interesting Fact
Every autumn, millions of people travel across Japan to enjoy η΄ θ (kΕyΕ), the brilliant red and orange maple leaves. Autumn leaf viewing is one of Japan's most beloved seasonal traditions.
Memory Trick
Imagine maple leaves turning a beautiful deep crimson during autumn. That vivid red color helps you remember η΄ means 'deep red' or 'crimson.'
Readings
Onyomi: γ³γ¦ (kou)
Kunyomi: γΉγ« (beni), γγγͺγ (kurenai)
Example Words
η΄
θ
γγγγ (kouyou)
Autumn leaves
η΄
θΆ
γγγ‘γ (koucha)
Black tea
ε£η΄
γγ‘γΉγ« (kuchibeni)
Lipstick
η΄
γΉγ« (beni)
Crimson
Example Sentence
η§ γ« η΄ θ γ θ¦γ« θ‘γγΎγγγ
γγ γ« γγγγ γ γΏγ« γγγΎγγγ
aki ni kouyou o mi ni ikimashita
I went to see the autumn leaves.