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特
special
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Readings
- On’yomi
- トク
- Kun’yomi
- —
Example words
特
トク
special
特
トク
Typical reading practice — special
Memory aids
Guided learn session →How to remember
Shape
A 10-stroke character meaning "special" — picture the concept as you trace each stroke.
Components
Remember "special" (特) by connecting it to its Irodori vocabulary context.
Anchor word
特別(な) (とくべつ(な)) — your first meeting with this kanji in Irodori.
Readings
First learned in 特別(な) (とくべつ(な)) — recall the word to unlock the reading. On'yomi: トク — common in compound words (熟語).