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記
記 (readings: き; Japanese kanji) means “to record / to note”. It is a Grade 2 Kyōiku kanji, taught in year 2 of Japanese elementary school, and appears in words such as 日記 (diary).
What does 記 mean?
| Kanji | 記 |
|---|---|
| Meaning | to record / to note |
| Readings | き |
| Grade | Grade 2 (Easy) |
| Curriculum | Kyōiku kanji · Japanese elementary school |
How to read 記
記 is read き depending on the word.
Example words with 記
| Example | 日記 (diary) |
|---|
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Updated: 2026-07-14