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七色

Meanings, readings, and example sentences for the Japanese word 七色

いろ
しょく
Noun
Freq #18549
1

seven colours (of the rainbow); prismatic colors

Examples
光線はプリズムによって七色に分解される。
Light is resolved by a prism into seven colors.
2

なないろ only; Abbreviation

blend of seven spices (cayenne, sesame, Japanese pepper, citrus peel, etc.)

Kanji in this Word

2 strokes
Frequency: 115
JLPT N4
Grade 1

Meanings

seven

Readings

On — Chinese-derived reading, usually for compounds
シチ
Kun — Native Japanese reading, usually for standalone words
なな
なな.つ
なの
Nanori — Specialized readings used in names
しっ
ひち
6 strokes
Frequency: 621
JLPT N3
Grade 2

Meanings

color

Readings

On — Chinese-derived reading, usually for compounds
ショク
シキ
Kun — Native Japanese reading, usually for standalone words
いろ
Nanori — Specialized readings used in names
しか
しこ
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