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王
王 (readings: おう; Japanese kanji) means “king”. It is a Grade 1 Kyōiku kanji, taught in year 1 of Japanese elementary school, and appears in words such as 王さま (king).
What does 王 mean?
| Kanji | 王 |
|---|---|
| Meaning | king |
| Readings | おう |
| Grade | Grade 1 (Easiest) |
| Curriculum | Kyōiku kanji · Japanese elementary school |
How to read 王
王 is read おう depending on the word.
Example words with 王
| Example | 王さま (king) |
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Updated: 2026-07-14