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知
“to know” in Japanese is 知, read chi, shi (ち, し). It is a Grade 2 Kyōiku kanji, taught in year 2 of Japanese elementary school, and appears in words such as 知識 (knowledge).
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その話はよく知っている。
そのはなしはよくしっている。I know that story well.
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Full details, readings & example
| Kanji | 知 |
|---|---|
| Meaning | to know |
| Readings | ち, し |
| Grade | Grade 2 (Easy) |
| Curriculum | Kyōiku kanji · Japanese elementary school |
| Example | 知識 (knowledge) |
How to read 知
知 is read chi (ち) or shi (し) depending on the word.
Words with 知
- 知識
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Updated: 2026-08-28