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必
surely · certainly · must · essential
N3On: ひつKun: かなら
Memory Aid
This kanji depicts an arrow striking a target dead-on, signifying 'certainty' or 'must'. It's a sure hit!
'Hitsu' — it *HITS* the mark, it's *certain* to hit.
Vocabulary
必要ひつようnecessity, essential
必ずかならずsurely, certainly, without fail
必死ひっしdesperate, frantic
Example Sentences
明日は必ず雨が降るでしょう。
It will surely rain tomorrow.
この本は勉強に必要です。
This book is necessary for studying.
彼は必死にボールを追いかけた。
He chased the ball desperately.
約束は必ず守ってください。
Please keep your promises without fail.