Quick answer
練 is the kanji for "Gloss / Train / Drill". A common reading is ね.る (neru). You can practice writing it on this page.
Meaning
Gloss / Train / Drill
Also : Gloss · Train · Drill · Polish · Refine · Practice
Readings
kun = Japanese reading · on = Chinese reading
Practice writing
Trace the kanji stroke by stroke with a visual guide.
Memory Aid
The kanji 練 represents 'PRACTICE'. Think of this shape as a picture representing the concept of practice.
On-reading: れん — remember this sound by associating it with practice. Kun-reading: ね.る.
Example Sentences
毎日練習を積み重ねることで、技術が飛躍的に向上しました。
まいにちれんしゅうをつみかさねることで、ぎじゅつがひやくてきにこうじょうしました。
By accumulating practice every day, my technique improved dramatically.
経験を積んだ熟練工が、精巧な製品を作り上げました。
けいけんをつんだじゅくれんこうが、せいこうなせいひんをつくりあげました。
An experienced craftsman with accumulated experience crafted a sophisticated product.
Vocabulary using 練
Learn 練 with Spaced Repetition
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