274.究

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究

1. Meaning and Reading

  • study, research, inquire
  • Onyomi : きゅう
  • Kunyomi : きわめる

2. Kanji Explanation

  • 穴 : cave
  • 九 : indicates pronunciation (きゅう)

A scholar studying in a cave (穴) — symbolizing 'to research'. The reading comes from 九 (きゅう).

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3. Example Words

研究 けんきゅう
research

I continue my research at the university.

究極 きゅうきょく
ultimate

Seek the ultimate answer.

究める きわめる
to master, to pursue to the utmost

Master the art of cooking.