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“word / lyrics” in Japanese is 詞, read shi (し). It is a Grade 6 Kyōiku kanji, taught in year 6 of Japanese elementary school, and appears in words such as 歌詞 (song lyrics).
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歌の歌詞を覚える。
うたのかしをおぼえる。I memorize the song's lyrics.
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Full details, readings & example
| Kanji | 詞 |
|---|---|
| Meaning | word / lyrics |
| Readings | し |
| Grade | Grade 6 (Hardest) |
| Curriculum | Kyōiku kanji · Japanese elementary school |
| Example | 歌詞 (song lyrics) |
How to read 詞
詞 is read shi (し) depending on the word.
Words with 詞
- 歌詞
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Updated: 2026-08-28