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ι
Limit, Boundary
γγγ (kagiru), γγγ (kagiri)
JLPT N3
Interesting Fact
ι is frequently used in words like εΆι (restriction), ζι (deadline), and η‘ι (infinity). The kanji always relates to setting or removing limits.
Memory Trick
Imagine reaching a tall fence with a sign that says 'Do Not Go Beyond This Point.' That boundary reminds you of ι.
Readings
Onyomi: γ²γ³ (gen)
Kunyomi: γγγ (kagiru), γγγ (kagiri)
Example Words
εΆι
γγγγ (seigen)
Restriction
ζι
γγγ (kigen)
Deadline
η‘ι
γγγ (mugen)
Infinity
ιγ
γγγ (kagiru)
To limit
Example Sentence
ζεΊζιγ―ζζ₯γ§γγ
γ¦γγγ γ€ γγγ γ― γγγ γ§γγ
teishutsu kigen wa ashita desu
The submission deadline is tomorrow.