Meaning

Primary

Red

Word Type

noun

Explanation

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

Reading

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

Explanation

This has the same reading as the kanji you learned, meaning you know the reading!

Context

Patterns of Use

Common Word Combinations

  • 赤にペイントする

    to paint something red

    赤にかわる

    to change to red

    赤になる

    to turn red

Context Sentences

ケチャップの赤はトマトの赤です。

Ketchup's red color comes from red tomatoes.

赤パプリカは、すきですか?

Do you like red peppers?

あのライトが赤になったら、車を止めて下さい。

Stop the car when that light turns red.

Kanji Composition