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).
3. Example Words
研究
けんきゅう
research
大学で研究を続けている。
I continue my research at the university.
究極
きゅうきょく
ultimate
究極の答えを求める。
Seek the ultimate answer.
究める
きわめる
to master, to pursue to the utmost
料理の道を究める。
Master the art of cooking.
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