Meaning

Primary

Sweet

Alternatives

Fragrant, Aromatic, Good

Word Type

い adjective

Explanation

This is a single kanji with an on the end, meaning you know it's probably an adjective. What's the adjective form of perfume? Sweet or fragrant.

Reading

かんばしい
  • Kyoko
    (Tokyo accent, female)
  • Kenichi
    (Tokyo accent, male)

Explanation

Since this word consists of a kanji with hiragana attached, you can bet that it will use the kun'yomi reading. You didn't learn this reading yet, so here's a mnemonic to help you:

If you want to smell a sweet fragrance, just open some potpourri. But be careful if it's a can. Fragrant cans will baa (かんば) like a sheep at you when you open them. That can baa is just a sweet smell side effect.

Context

Context Sentences

この季節は、梅の香りがとても芳しいですね。

The plums’ aroma is really fragrant during this season.

Kanji Composition