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国
くに
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Country; place of origin
kuni
N5
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JLPT Level
N5
Beginner · ~800 vocab · Everyday basics
Kana
くに
Romaji
kuni
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What does 国 mean in Japanese?
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The word 国 (くに) means "country; place of origin" in Japanese. It appears in JLPT N5 vocabulary.
How do you pronounce 国?
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国 is read as くに (romaji: kuni). Press the 🔊 Hear it button to hear the pronunciation spoken aloud.
What JLPT level is 国?
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国 is a JLPT N5 vocabulary item. Beginner · ~800 vocab · Everyday basics
How do I remember 国 quickly?
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Use the flashcard on this page to practise active recall: see the kanji first, attempt the meaning from memory, then flip. After getting it right, use the quiz to confirm. Review again at 10 minutes, 1 day and 3 days for long-term retention.
Where can I practise 国 in sentences?
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The example sentence above (from Tatoeba) shows 国 in context. You can also use Nihoner's AI Chat tool to generate extra practice sentences, or search in the Lexicon for related entries.