Meaning

Primary

Lightweight

Alternatives

Light, Light Weight

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 lightweight? It's also lightweight.

Reading

かるい
  • Kyoko
    (Tokyo accent, female)
  • Kenichi
    (Tokyo accent, male)

Explanation

The reading you learned with the kanji is the reading you'll be using here. Because of that, this word is kind of a lightweight.

Context

Patterns of Use

Common Word Combinations

  • 軽い物

    light thing

    軽い足どり

    light steps

    軽い食事

    light meal

Context Sentences

このクッション、すごく軽いですね。

This cushion is very light.

毎日の朝ごはんは、フルーツやシリアルといった軽い物を食べています。

I eat light snacks such as fruits and cereal every day for breakfast

軽いエクササイズで、ストレスがなくなりました。

With some light exercise, my stress has disappeared.

Kanji Composition