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語
語 (readings: ご, かた; Japanese kanji) means “language / to tell”. It is a Grade 2 Kyōiku kanji, taught in year 2 of Japanese elementary school, and appears in words such as 日本語 (Japanese language).
What does 語 mean?
| Kanji | 語 |
|---|---|
| Meaning | language / to tell |
| Readings | ご, かた |
| Grade | Grade 2 (Easy) |
| Curriculum | Kyōiku kanji · Japanese elementary school |
How to read 語
語 is read ご or かた depending on the word.
Example words with 語
| Example | 日本語 (Japanese language) |
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Updated: 2026-07-14