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耳
耳 (readings: じ, みみ; Japanese kanji) means “ear”. It is a Grade 1 Kyōiku kanji, taught in year 1 of Japanese elementary school, and appears in words such as 耳鼻科 (ear and nose clinic).
What does 耳 mean?
| Kanji | 耳 |
|---|---|
| Meaning | ear |
| Readings | じ, みみ |
| Grade | Grade 1 (Easiest) |
| Curriculum | Kyōiku kanji · Japanese elementary school |
How to read 耳
耳 is read じ or みみ depending on the word.
Example words with 耳
| Example | 耳鼻科 (ear and nose clinic) |
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Updated: 2026-07-14