εΌ±
Weak
γγ(γ) (yowai), γγ(γ) (yowaru)
JLPT N4
Interesting Fact
The word εΌ±ηΉ (jakuten), meaning 'weak point,' is commonly used in sports, games, and even anime when discussing a character's vulnerability.
Memory Trick
Imagine a chain with one fragile link that breaks easily. That lack of strength helps you remember εΌ± means 'weak.'
Readings
Onyomi: γΈγ£γ― (jaku)
Kunyomi: γγ(γ) (yowai), γγ(γ) (yowaru)
Example Words
εΌ±γ
γγγ (yowai)
Weak
εΌ±ηΉ
γγγγ¦γ (jakuten)
Weak point
εΌ±ζ°
γγγ (yowaki)
Timid
εΌ±θ
γγγγγ (jakusha)
Weak person
Example Sentence
ε½Όγ― ζ°ε¦γ ε°γ εΌ±γγ§γγ
γγγ― γγγγγ γγγ γγγγ§γγ
kare wa suugaku ga sukoshi yowai desu
He is a little weak at mathematics.