2 Japanese words read ki
ki (き) is shared by 2 distinct words, each with its own kanji and meaning. Jump to: 木 · 気.
木
きTree, wood
N5noun·ki
How to remember it
The kanji 木 literally pictures a tree with branches and roots.
Example sentences
庭に大きい木があります。
にわにおおきいきがあります。
There is a big tree in the garden.
この木は秋に赤くなります。
このきはあきにあかくなります。
This tree turns red in autumn.
Usage
Counts trees with the counter 本; also means timber as a material.
Related words
森花葉林
気
きSpirit, mood, mind
N4noun·ki
How to remember it
A single kanji for the invisible energy or mood that fills a person or moment.
Example sentences
彼は気が長い。
かれはきがながい。
He is patient.
今日は気が重い。
きょうはきがおもい。
I feel heavy-hearted today.
Usage
Appears in countless fixed expressions about mood and disposition.
Related words
気分元気気持ち天気