← Dictionary
治
govern · cure · heal · reign
N3On: ち、じKun: おさ、なお
Memory Aid
'Ji' — To 'govern' means to put things in order, like a jigsaw puzzle, which you 'jig' into place.
'Chi' — When you are sick, you drink hot 'tea' to help 'cure' you.
Vocabulary
治めるおさめるto govern, to manage
治るなおるto be cured, to heal
治療ちりょうmedical treatment
政治せいじpolitics, government
自治体じちたいlocal government, municipality
Example Sentences
この国を治めるのは大変です。
It is difficult to govern this country.
病気が治ってよかったです。
I'm glad my illness was cured.
医者が病気を治します。
The doctor cures illnesses.
歯の治療に時間がかかります。
Dental treatment takes time.