鯉のぼり
Meanings, readings, and example sentences for the Japanese word 鯉のぼり
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koinobori; carp streamer; carp-shaped windsock traditionally flown to celebrate the Children's Day in May
Kanji in this Word
鯉
18 strokes
Frequency: 2369
JLPT N1
Grade 9
Meanings
carp
Readings
On
— Chinese-derived reading, usually for compounds
リ
Kun
— Native Japanese reading, usually for standalone words
こい
幟
15 strokes
Meanings
flag
banner
streamer
Readings
On
— Chinese-derived reading, usually for compounds
シ
Kun
— Native Japanese reading, usually for standalone words
のぼり
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