411.平


1. Meaning and Reading

  • flat, even, calm
  • Onyomi : へい
  • Kunyomi : たい, ひら

2. Kanji Explanation

A kanji meaning ‘flat’, ‘even’, or ‘peaceful’.

平 kanji meaning and mnemonic illustration

3. Example Words

平ら たいら
flat, level

It’s easy to walk because the road is flat.

平たい ひらたい
flat, broad and shallow

I picked up a flat stone.

平日 へいじつ
weekday

I am busy on weekdays.