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~やく
~yaku
Medicine
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~薬
~やく
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Medicine
~yaku
N1
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JLPT Level N1
Advanced · 10,000+ vocab · Academic & literary
Kana ~やく
Romaji ~yaku
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What does ~薬 mean in Japanese?
The word ~薬 (~やく) means "medicine" in Japanese. It appears in JLPT N1 vocabulary.
How do you pronounce ~薬?
~薬 is read as ~やく (romaji: ~yaku). Press the 🔊 Hear it button to hear the pronunciation spoken aloud.
What JLPT level is ~薬?
~薬 is a JLPT N1 vocabulary item. Advanced · 10,000+ vocab · Academic & literary
How do I remember ~薬 quickly?
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 ~薬 in sentences?
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