KANJI
己
self
myself, 6th of 10 heavenly stems
Kun'yomi
おのつちのと
On'yomi
こき
Example sentences
社会で成功するためには、まず己を律する必要がある。
In order to succeed in society, one must first discipline oneself.
人生の困難に直面したとき、己の内面と向き合うことが大切だ。
When faced with difficulties in life, it is important to confront one's own inner self.
他者の意見に流されることなく、己が信じる道を進むべきだ。
One should proceed on the path one believes in, without being swayed by others' opinions.
Practice exercises
1
己
Answer
おのれこき
2
己
Answer
selfoneselfpersonal
3
己見
one's own opinion; personal view
Answer
こけん
4
己れ
oneself; you (derogatory); I (archaic)
Answer
おのれ
5
己巳
sixth in the sexagenary cycle (kinotomi)
Answer
きのとみ
6
自己
self; oneself
Answer
じこ