KANJI
菊
chrysanthemum
Kun'yomi
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On'yomi
きく
Example sentences
この時期、日本の各地で開催される菊の展覧会は、多くの人で賑わう。
During this season, chrysanthemum exhibitions held in various parts of Japan are bustling with many people.
菊は皇室の紋章とされ、日本の文化に深く根付いている。
The chrysanthemum is regarded as the crest of the Imperial Family and is deeply rooted in Japanese culture.
食用の菊は、和え物や刺身の飾りなど、日本料理の彩りとして重宝されている。
Edible chrysanthemums are highly valued as a garnish for Japanese cuisine, used in dishes like dressed salads (aemono) and sashimi.
Practice exercises
1
菊の御紋
Imperial Seal of Japan (chrysanthemum crest)
Answer
きくのごもん
2
菊
Answer
きく
3
菊人形
chrysanthemum doll
Answer
きくにんぎょう
4
菊酒
chrysanthemum sake
Answer
きくざけ
5
菊
Answer
chrysanthemum
6
菊花
chrysanthemum bloom; chrysanthemum flower
Answer
きっか