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歯
歯 (readings: し, は; Japanese kanji) means “tooth”. It is a Grade 3 Kyōiku kanji, taught in year 3 of Japanese elementary school, and appears in words such as 歯医者 (dentist).
What does 歯 mean?
| Kanji | 歯 |
|---|---|
| Meaning | tooth |
| Readings | し, は |
| Grade | Grade 3 (Medium) |
| Curriculum | Kyōiku kanji · Japanese elementary school |
How to read 歯
歯 is read し or は depending on the word.
Example words with 歯
| Example | 歯医者 (dentist) |
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Updated: 2026-07-14