Meaning

Primary

High-Class

Alternatives

High Grade, High Level

Word Type

noun, な adjective, の adjective

Explanation

A tall grade item is really just a high grade or high-class item.

Reading

こうきゅう
  • Kyoko
    (Tokyo accent, female)
  • Kenichi
    (Tokyo accent, male)

Explanation

This is a jukugo word, which usually means on'yomi readings from the kanji. If you know the readings of your kanji you'll know how to read this as well.

Context

Patterns of Use

Common Word Combinations

  • 高級な物

    a high-class item

    高級なイメージ

    a high-class image

    高級なホテル

    a high-class hotel

Context Sentences

こんな高級なプレゼントもらえません。

I can't accept such a high-class gift.

これは中国で有名な高級茶なんですよ。

This is a famous high-end tea in China.

あの高級レストランはVIP専用で、入店には招待状か紹介状が必要なんだって。

That luxury restaurant is exclusive for VIPs, and to enter, you'll need an invitation or a referral.

Kanji Composition