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演
演 (readings: えん; Japanese kanji) means “perform / act”. It is a Grade 5 Kyōiku kanji, taught in year 5 of Japanese elementary school, and appears in words such as 演技 (acting).
What does 演 mean?
| Kanji | 演 |
|---|---|
| Meaning | perform / act |
| Readings | えん |
| Grade | Grade 5 (Hard) |
| Curriculum | Kyōiku kanji · Japanese elementary school |
How to read 演
演 is read えん depending on the word.
Example words with 演
| Example | 演技 (acting) |
|---|
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Updated: 2026-07-14