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心
心 (readings: しん, こころ; Japanese kanji) means “heart / mind”. It is a Grade 2 Kyōiku kanji, taught in year 2 of Japanese elementary school, and appears in words such as 安心 (peace of mind).
What does 心 mean?
| Kanji | 心 |
|---|---|
| Meaning | heart / mind |
| Readings | しん, こころ |
| Grade | Grade 2 (Easy) |
| Curriculum | Kyōiku kanji · Japanese elementary school |
How to read 心
心 is read しん or こころ depending on the word.
Example words with 心
| Example | 安心 (peace of mind) |
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Updated: 2026-07-14