星座
Meanings, readings, and example sentences for the Japanese word 星座
1
constellation
Examples
古代の天文学者は、星座を見つけ、名前をつけた。
Ancient astronomers noticed constellations and gave them names.
2
astrological sign; star sign; zodiac sign
Kanji in this Word
星
9 strokes
Frequency: 844
JLPT N2
Grade 2
Meanings
star
spot
dot
mark
Readings
On
— Chinese-derived reading, usually for compounds
セイ
ショウ
Kun
— Native Japanese reading, usually for standalone words
ほし
-ぼし
座
10 strokes
Frequency: 588
JLPT N2
Grade 6
Meanings
squat
seat
cushion
gathering
sit
Readings
On
— Chinese-derived reading, usually for compounds
ザ
Kun
— Native Japanese reading, usually for standalone words
すわ.る
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