Kanji: 娯 (Recreation/Amusement)
The kanji 娯 means "recreation," "amusement," or "entertainment." It refers to activities done for enjoyment and relaxation during leisure time.
Key Reading:
On-yomi (Sino-Japanese reading): ゴ (go)
Common Words & Usage:
娯楽 (goraku) - Noun. Entertainment, recreation, amusement.
娯楽施設 (goraku shisetsu) - Noun. Recreational facilities.
娯楽番組 (goraku bangumi) - Noun. An entertainment TV program.
Example Sentence:
Japanese: この公園は地域住民の重要な娯楽の場です。
Romaji: Kono kōen wa chiiki jūmin no jūyō na goraku no ba desu.
English: This park is an important recreational space for local residents.
Learning the correct stroke order for kanji like 娯 is essential for balanced, legible Japanese handwriting and is a fundamental part of mastering kanji writing.