古典
Meanings, readings, and example sentences for the Japanese word 古典
1
classic (work, esp. book); the classics
Examples
古典の文学書を読むことは価値のあることです。
It is worthwhile reading classical works of literature.
Kanji in this Word
古
5 strokes
Frequency: 509
JLPT N4
Grade 2
Meanings
old
Readings
On
— Chinese-derived reading, usually for compounds
コ
Kun
— Native Japanese reading, usually for standalone words
ふる.い
ふる-
-ふる.す
Nanori
— Specialized readings used in names
ふゆ
典
8 strokes
Frequency: 1055
JLPT N1
Grade 4
Meanings
code
ceremony
law
rule
Readings
On
— Chinese-derived reading, usually for compounds
テン
デン
Kun
— Native Japanese reading, usually for standalone words
ふみ
のり
Nanori
— Specialized readings used in names
すけ
つね
の
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