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slowly; gradually
Kanji 1385

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Synopsis

Learn to read signs about slowing down, and discover who the target audience is. Find out how to say, “She gradually became arrogant,” “I was nervous at first but gradually relaxed,” “The city plan is gradually getting under way,” and “The number of people who prefer to marry late is gradually increasing.” Learn a word that can mean both “quickly” and “slowly,” prompting confusion!

Revision history:

May 9, 2024: p. 2: Deleted an extraneous word.

Feb. 13, 2022:

  • p. 2, Etymology Box: Updated the Henshall etymology.
  • p. 11: Added a link to the Kanshudo games.

Nov. 2, 2018: Originally published.

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Kanji PDF
Cover of essay 1385 on 徐 (slowly; gradually), titled "Life in the Slow Lane"
Mini Profile
JOYO ON-YOMI
ジョ
JOYO KUN-YOMI
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STROKES10
RADICAL彳 (60: going person)
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HALPERN308/375
HENSHALL1385/1484
SPAHN3i7.2