Meaning

Primary

Orphan

Word Type

noun, の adjective

Explanation

An orphan child is sadly still an orphan.

Reading

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

Explanation

This is a jukugo word that uses the on'yomi readings of the kanji. You should be able to read this on your own.

Context

Context Sentences

妻と相談して、孤児を引き取ることにしました。

I consulted my wife and we’ve decided to take charge of an orphan.

Kanji Composition