Quick answer
的 is the kanji for "Target". A common reading is まと (mato). You can also practice writing it on this page.
Meaning
Target
Also : Mark · Bullseye · Object
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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
8 strokes
Radicals
Memory Aid
The kanji 的 represents 'BULL'S EYE'. Think of this shape as a picture representing the concept of bull's eye.
On-reading: てき — remember this sound by associating it with bull's eye. Kun-reading: まと.
Example Sentences
効果的な方法を用いることによって、成果が上がりました。
こうかてきなほうほうをもちいることによって、せいかがあがりました。
By using effective methods, results improved.
目的を達成するために、計画を見直しました。
もくてきをたっせいするために、けいかくをみなおしました。
In order to achieve the goal, I reviewed the plan.
Vocabulary using 的
Grammar to study at this level
Last updated Jul 22, 2026
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