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史
史 (readings: し; Japanese kanji) means “history”. It is a Grade 4 Kyōiku kanji, taught in year 4 of Japanese elementary school, and appears in words such as 歴史 (history).
What does 史 mean?
| Kanji | 史 |
|---|---|
| Meaning | history |
| Readings | し |
| Grade | Grade 4 (Upper) |
| Curriculum | Kyōiku kanji · Japanese elementary school |
How to read 史
史 is read し depending on the word.
Example words with 史
| Example | 歴史 (history) |
|---|
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Updated: 2026-07-14