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之
Learning Goal
Recognize 之 as a N1 kanji draft, understand its core meaning, and prepare it for lesson review.
Core Meaning
之 commonly means: of, this.
Readings
- On-yomi: シ
- Kun-yomi: この, これ, の, ゆく
Writing Focus
Stroke count: 3. Write it slowly first, then read it inside short vocabulary examples before using it in a full sentence.
Quick Practice
- Say the main meaning aloud.
- Copy the kanji five times with clear stroke order.
- Add one vocabulary word that uses this kanji to your review queue.
Next Step
An admin should connect this kanji to the correct vocabulary, examples, and curriculum lesson before publishing.
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