Quick answer
缶 is the kanji for "Tin Can". A common reading is かま (kama). You can practice writing it on this page.
Meaning
Tin Can
Also : Container
Readings
kun = Japanese reading · on = Chinese reading
Practice writing
Trace the kanji stroke by stroke with a visual guide.
Memory Aid
The kanji 缶 represents 'TIN CAN'. Think of this shape as a picture representing the concept of tin can.
On-reading: かん — remember this sound by associating it with tin can. Kun-reading: かま.
Example Sentences
空き缶はリサイクルに出すように心がけています。
あきかんはりさいくるにだすようにこころがけています。
I try to put empty cans out for recycling.
缶詰は長期保存ができて、非常食として重宝されています。
かんづめはちょうきほぞんができて、ひじょうしょくとしてじゅうほうされています。
Canned foods can be stored long-term and are valued as emergency food.
Vocabulary using 缶
Learn 缶 with Spaced Repetition
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