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η―
Lamp, Light
γ² (hi), γ¨γγγ³ (tomoshibi), γ¨γ (γ)
JLPT N2
Interesting Fact
Traditional stone lanterns (η³η―η± ) decorate the paths of many Japanese temples and gardens. Their soft light creates a peaceful atmosphere, especially at night.
Memory Trick
Imagine lighting a lantern that glows warmly in the darkness. That gentle light helps you remember η― means 'lamp' or 'light.'
Readings
Onyomi: γγ¦ (tou)
Kunyomi: γ² (hi), γ¨γγγ³ (tomoshibi), γ¨γ (γ)
Example Words
θ‘η―
γγγ¨γ (gaitou)
Streetlight
ηΉη―
γ¦γγ¨γ (tentou)
Lighting
ζΆη―
γγγγ¨γ (shoutou)
Lights out
η―ε°
γ¨γγ γ (toudai)
Lighthouse
Example Sentence
ε€ γ« θ‘η― γ ηΉγγΎγγ
γγ γ« γγγ¨γ γ γ€γγΎγγ
yoru ni gaitou ga tsukimasu
The streetlights turn on at night.