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N4On: ぶん、もんKun: ふみ
Memory Aid
This kanji originally depicted patterns or markings, evolving to represent writing, a sentence, or even culture as a patterned aspect of society. Its abstract lines suggest a structured form like writing.
'Bun' — Imagine reading a 'BUN' with a SENTENCE written on it.
Vocabulary
文章ぶんしょうsentence; writing; composition
文学ぶんがくliterature
文化ぶんかculture
文法ぶんぽうgrammar
文句もんくcomplaint
Example Sentences
これは短い文です。
This is a short sentence.
彼は日本の文学を研究しています。
He is studying Japanese literature.
日本の文化について学びたいです。
I want to learn about Japanese culture.
文句があるなら言ってください。
If you have a complaint, please say so.