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Disappear, Extinguish, Turn Off

き-γˆγ‚‹ (ki-eru), け-す (ke-su)

JLPT N3

Interesting Fact

You'll hear ζΆˆγ—γ¦γγ γ•γ„ ('Please turn it off') everywhere in Japan, whether it's lights, televisions, or mobile phones. This kanji is essential in everyday life.

Memory Trick

Imagine pouring WATER onto a burning candle until the flame DISAPPEARS. Water helps EXTINGUISH the fire.

Readings

Onyomi: ショウ (shou)

Kunyomi: き-γˆγ‚‹ (ki-eru), け-す (ke-su)

Example Words

ζΆˆγ™
けす (kesu)
To turn off, Erase
ζΆˆγˆγ‚‹
γγˆγ‚‹ (kieru)
To disappear
梈火
しょうか (shouka)
Fire extinguishing
梈費
しょうひ (shouhi)
Consumption

Example Sentence

ι›»ζ°—γ‚’ ζΆˆγ—γ¦γγ γ•γ„γ€‚

でんきを けしてください。

denki o keshite kudasai

Please turn off the lights.

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