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Base noun form meaning 'name'. Often used in compounds like 『名前』 (namae, 'full name') or alone in formal contexts. Example: 『私の名は…』 (watashi no na wa..., 'My name is...').
Theme
During a study session at the library, User and their classmate Mika are filling out forms for a university club application.
名
な
name
People & IdentityFamily & Personal Relationships
Memory Hook
Imagine a name tag with your 'name' on it. The kanji 名 looks like a mouth (口) over a person (儿), symbolizing calling someone by their name. 'Name' → 名 (na, 'name').
Cultural Note
In Japan, names are written with family name first, followed by given name. Using someone's name with honorifics like 『さん』 (san) is common in polite conversation.
Forms
Base: 名Base noun form meaning 'name'. Often used in compounds like 『名前』 (namae, 'full name') or alone in formal contexts. Example: 『私の名は…』 (watashi no na wa..., 'My name is...').