213.麦


麦

1. Meaning and Reading

  • barley, wheat
  • Onyomi : ばく
  • Kunyomi : むぎ

2. Kanji Explanation

Grain with soft hairs sprouting ears — symbolizes ‘barley’.

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3. Example Words

麦 むぎ
barley

In autumn, the barley in the field ripened well.

小麦粉 こむぎこ
flour

Make bread with flour.

麦芽 ばくが
malt

Make beer with malt.