What is the meaning and reading of the kanji "祉"?

The kanji "祉" belongs to JLPT N1 and means "Welfare, Happiness". Its Onyomi is "シ (shi)" and Kunyomi is "なし".

JLPT N1

祉

Welfare, Happiness

Q: Is there a memory mnemonic for "祉"?

Yes! Radical breakdown: "示 (altar/spirit) + 止 (stop)". Mnemonic Story: "For true **welfare** and **happiness**, one must sometimes **stop** (止) their frantic pace and give thanks at the **altar** (示). Picture a serene scene where blessings from the altar *stop* and settle upon you, bringing a sense of divine well-being and contentment."

Onyomi

シ (shi)

Kunyomi

なし

🧠 Memory Mnemonic

🔍 Radical Breakdown

示 (altar/spirit) + 止 (stop)

📖 Mnemonic Story

For true **welfare** and **happiness**, one must sometimes **stop** (止) their frantic pace and give thanks at the **altar** (示). Picture a serene scene where blessings from the altar *stop* and settle upon you, bringing a sense of divine well-being and contentment.

💡 Quick Hint: Stop at altar

Essential N1 Vocabulary

福祉

ふくし

Welfare

社会福祉

しゃかいふくし

Social welfare

福祉施設

ふくししせつ

Welfare facility

Kanji Practice Quiz

Verify your memory for "祉"

高齢者＿＿＿＿＿の向上を目指す。

🎉 正解 / Correct!

解説: 福祉は「ふくし」と読みます。
English: Welfare is read as 'fukushi'.

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