Quick answer
個 is the kanji for "Counter For Articles". A common reading is こ (ko). You can practice writing it on this page.
Meaning
Counter For Articles
Readings
kun = Japanese reading · on = Chinese reading
Practice writing
Trace the kanji stroke by stroke with a visual guide.
Memory Aid
The kanji 個 represents 'INDIVIDUAL'. Think of this shape as a picture representing the concept of individual.
On-reading: こ — remember this sound by associating it with individual.
Example Sentences
製品の品質を確かめるために、一個ずつ丁寧に確認してから出荷しました。
せいひんのひんしつをたしかめるために、いっこずつていねいにかくにんしてからしゅっかしました。
In order to ensure product quality, each item was carefully checked individually before shipment.
個人情報を大切に扱います。
こじんじょうほうをたいせつにあつかいます。
I handle personal information carefully.
Vocabulary using 個
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