Kanji: 鍵 (Key/Lock)
The kanji 鍵 means "key," "lock," or in a broader sense, a crucial element or solution. It is essential for security and access control.
Key Reading:
Kun-yomi (Japanese reading): かぎ (kagi)
On-yomi (Sino-Japanese reading): ケン (ken)
Common Words & Usage:
鍵 (kagi) - Noun. Key, lock.
鍵穴 (kagiana) - Noun. Keyhole.
暗号鍵 (angōken) - Noun. Cipher key.
鍵をかける (kagi o kakeru) - Phrase. To lock.
Example Sentence:
Japanese: ドアに鍵をかけるのを忘れないでください。
Romaji: Doa ni kagi o kakeru no o wasurenaide kudasai.
English: Please don't forget to lock the door.
Learning the correct stroke order for kanji like 鍵 is essential for balanced, legible Japanese handwriting and is a fundamental part of mastering kanji writing.