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批
“to criticize” in Japanese is 批, read hi (ひ). It is a Grade 6 Kyōiku kanji, taught in year 6 of Japanese elementary school, and appears in words such as 批判 (criticism).
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作品を批評する。
さくひんをひひょうする。I critique the work.
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Full details, readings & example
| Kanji | 批 |
|---|---|
| Meaning | to criticize |
| Readings | ひ |
| Grade | Grade 6 (Hardest) |
| Curriculum | Kyōiku kanji · Japanese elementary school |
| Example | 批判 (criticism) |
How to read 批
批 is read hi (ひ) depending on the word.
Words with 批
- 批判
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Updated: 2026-08-28