Quick answer
主 is the kanji for "Master". The most common reading is ぬし (nushi). Mnemonics and example sentences are listed below.
Meaning
Master
Also : Lord · Chief · Principal · Main thing
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Readings
kun = Japanese reading · on = Chinese reading
Practice writing
Trace the kanji stroke by stroke with a visual guide.
Stroke Order
5 strokes
Radicals
Memory Aid
The kanji 主 represents 'LORD'. Think of this shape as a picture representing the concept of lord.
On-reading: しゅ — remember this sound by associating it with lord. Kun-reading: ぬし.
Example Sentences
この映画の主人公は面白いです。
このえいがのしゅじんこうはおもしろいです。
The main character of this movie is interesting.
家主に連絡しました。
やぬしにれんらくしました。
I contacted the landlord.
Vocabulary using 主
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Last updated Jun 11, 2026
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