Quick answer
考 is the kanji for "Consider". The most common reading is かんが.える (kangaeru). Mnemonics and example sentences are listed below.
Meaning
Consider
Also : Think
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Readings
kun = Japanese reading · on = Chinese reading
Practice writing
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Stroke Order
6 strokes
Radicals
Memory Aid
The kanji 考 represents 'CONSIDER'. Think of this shape as a picture representing the concept of consider.
On-reading: こう — sounds like 'ko' in 'coat'. Kun-reading: かんが.える.
Example Sentences
よく考えてから決めます。
よくかんがえてからきめます。
I'll decide after thinking carefully.
考え方が変わりました。
かんがえかたがかわりました。
My way of thinking has changed.
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Last updated Jul 22, 2026
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