Meaning

Primary

Six

Word Type

numeral

Explanation

The kanji and the word are exactly the same. That means they share meanings as well.

Reading

ろく
  • Kyoko
    (Tokyo accent, female)
  • Kenichi
    (Tokyo accent, male)

Explanation

Since this word is made up of a single kanji, it should use the kun'yomi reading. Numbers, as you know, are the exception to this rule. They usually use the on'yomi reading, and the on'yomi reading is the one you learned along with this kanji, meaning you should be good to go!

Context

Pattern of Use

Common Word Combinations

  • 六円

    six yen

    六ポイント

    six points

    六ユーロ

    six euros

Context Sentences

わたしのソーシャルセキュリティナンバーには六がたくさんあります。

There are many sixes in my social security number.

このレストランには六タイプのソースがあります。

This restaurant has six types of sauce.

なんで六メートルの大きなソファがいるんですか?

Why do you need a giant six-meter sofa?

Kanji Composition