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説
説 (readings: せつ, と; Japanese kanji) means “explain / theory”. It is a Grade 4 Kyōiku kanji, taught in year 4 of Japanese elementary school, and appears in words such as 説明 (explanation).
What does 説 mean?
| Kanji | 説 |
|---|---|
| Meaning | explain / theory |
| Readings | せつ, と |
| Grade | Grade 4 (Upper) |
| Curriculum | Kyōiku kanji · Japanese elementary school |
How to read 説
説 is read せつ or と depending on the word.
Example words with 説
| Example | 説明 (explanation) |
|---|
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Updated: 2026-07-14